Facilities Infrastructure R & M Technician

HP•Corvallis, OR

About The Position

HP is hiring a Facilities Infrastructure Repair and Maintenance Technician to help keep critical equipment and systems operating safely, reliably, and efficiently in fabrication and laboratory environments. The technician works collaboratively with technicians, engineers, facilities professionals, management, and service partners. The position is suited to someone early in a technical career who enjoys hands-on troubleshooting and developing skills in electronics, instrumentation, controls, and equipment maintenance. The role involves testing, calibrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting instrumentation and control systems, including PLCs, sensors, and single-loop controllers. The technician uses electronic test equipment, interprets electrical drawings and schematics, assists with PLC and controls work, documents field findings, and supports existing and new systems alongside system engineers. The position also includes an on-call support rotation and requires adherence to safety and maintenance standards. The pay range is $24 to $34 USD per hour for candidates in the United States. Pay varies by work location and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. HP offers a comprehensive benefits package, including insurance coverage and paid leave.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, technical-school education, apprenticeship experience, or equivalent practical experience.
Interest in electronics, electrical systems, instrumentation, automation, controls, equipment maintenance, or related technical work.
Hands-on experience using basic hand and power tools.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics, or interest in learning to read them.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Commitment to working safely and maintaining accurate documentation.
Willingness to learn new equipment, systems, and technologies.

Nice To Haves

Experience with PLC programming or troubleshooting.
Experience with instrumentation and process controls.
Experience with 4–20 mA control signals.
Experience with PID controllers.
Electrical troubleshooting experience.
Experience with control panels.
Experience with equipment calibration.
Experience using multimeters and electronic test equipment.
Experience with preventative maintenance.
Experience in industrial, manufacturing, facilities, or laboratory environments.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot instrumentation and control systems, including PLCs, sensors, instrumentation, and single-loop controllers.
Perform instrument testing, calibration, and preventative maintenance.
Use test equipment such as digital multimeters, temperature and pressure calibrators, and signal generators.
Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
Install and troubleshoot wiring in accordance with schematics and applicable electrical codes.
Assist with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and controls.
Conduct field verification, document findings, and help update drawings and schematics.
Operate and maintain equipment while following established safety and maintenance standards.
Complete required sampling, testing, and documentation.
Partner with system engineers to troubleshoot existing equipment and support the design and development of new systems.
Communicate equipment and system status with technicians, engineers, management, and service partners.
Help identify equipment deficiencies and coordinate needed repairs.
Participate in an on-call support rotation.