I/E Technician

AdvanSix • Virginia Beach, VA

9d • $35 - $45

About The Position

The Instrumentation-Electrical (I&E) Technician diagnoses problems in instrument and electrical systems and services, troubleshoots, repairs or replaces, aligns, and maintains instrument and electrical systems and components, motor control circuits, power supplies, and PLCs. The role also performs preventive and predictive maintenance and supports safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations consistent with company policies, procedures, and established work practices.

The position requires work with industrial electrical, electronic, instrumentation, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and equipment. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 pounds individually and up to 100 pounds with assistance; frequent reaching, twisting, walking, stretching, bending, kneeling, climbing, and stooping; working in a non-climate-controlled environment and around heated equipment; and wearing required personal protective equipment. Participation in the Plant Emergency Response Team is a condition of employment.

The hourly rate is $35.00 to $45.00. AdvanSix describes the role’s total rewards as including paid holidays and time off, vacation, eligibility to purchase company stock, tuition reimbursement, a 401(k) with company match, medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings account eligibility, employer-provided short-term disability and basic life insurance, and options to purchase long-term disability and voluntary life coverage. Certain roles may be eligible for discretionary incentive pay, equity awards, or deferred compensation, subject to plan terms and eligibility.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in industrial electrical/electronic technology, industrial maintenance, or a similar certification.
• Five years of industrial instrumentation-electrical maintenance experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and instrumentation drawings and schematics.
• Demonstrated knowledge of PLCs and CNCs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of 480-volt motor control centers and power distribution systems.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with diverse cross-functional groups.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Proficient computer skills to use required software applications effectively.
• Ability to operate various equipment, including hand, power, diagnostic, and machine tools.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds individually and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to perform frequent reaching, twisting, walking, stretching, bending, kneeling, climbing, and stooping.
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment and around heated equipment.
• Ability to wear and work in required personal protective equipment.
• Participation in the Plant Emergency Response Team is a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Basic programming knowledge and ability to understand code and troubleshoot.
• Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Mechanical background, including troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot critical equipment failures and AC and DC electronics.
• Use electronic test equipment, including VOMs, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, and calibrators.
• Apply electrical codes and standards.
• Read and interpret electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and instrumentation drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair PLC and/or DCS hardware, software, and controls.
• Diagnose and repair AC and DC motors and control circuits.
• Maintain 480/240-volt, three-phase motor control centers and power distribution systems.
• Replace electrical control devices, including limit, proximity, and photo switches, as well as pneumatic and hydraulic valves.
• Repair instrumentation and control devices for pressure, flow, level, and temperature.
• Perform standard electrical installations, including bending conduit and pulling wire.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Move and set up equipment as needed.
• Wire equipment and electrical drops within a high-voltage area.
• Install and repair electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic industrial equipment.
• Operate aerial work platforms.
• Work safely, efficiently, and reliably in accordance with company policies, procedures, and established work practices.
• Participate in the Plant Emergency Response Team.

Benefits

• Industry-competitive benefits focused on employee well-being.
• Competitive compensation.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off, including vacation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Health savings account eligibility.
• Flexible spending account eligibility.
• Employer-provided short-term disability benefits.
• Eligibility to purchase long-term disability benefits.
• Employer-provided basic life insurance.
• Eligibility to purchase voluntary life coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development.
• Eligibility to purchase company stock.
• Certain roles may be eligible for incentive pay, equity awards, and participation in a deferred compensation plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree