Instrument & Electrical Technician

AvanSix • Virginia Beach, VA

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About The Position

The Instrumentation-Electrical (I&E) Technician diagnoses problems with 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 technician performs this work safely, efficiently, and reliably in accordance with company policies, procedures, and established work practices. The role also requires operating aerial work platforms and participating in the Plant Emergency Response Team as a condition of employment.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in industrial electrical/electronic technology, industrial maintenance, or a similar certification.
• Five years of industrial experience.
• 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 MCCs 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 requisite software applications effectively.
• Ability to operate 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 the ability to understand code and troubleshoot.
• Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Mechanical background, including troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot critical equipment following failures.
• Troubleshoot AC and DC electronics using electronic test equipment such as 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 (MCCs) and power distribution systems.
• Replace electrical control devices, including limit, proximity, and photo switches, and 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.

What This Job Offers

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