Instrumentation & Controls Technician

Darling Ingredients • Jackson, MS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Instrumentation & Controls Technician is responsible for the maintenance of all electrical control devices within the plant.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years of work experience in instrumentation & controls.
• Must have experience in troubleshooting systems and circuits, preferably with Allen-Bradley.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of 4 20mA systems.

Nice To Haves

• Competent in using common industrial concepts, practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental procedures.
• Ability to work as part of a team with company supervisors, peers, and subordinates.
• Ability to read, write and speak English language.
• Must be able to make decisions based on measurable criteria.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret electrical drawings and instructions to rebuild, install and calibrate equipment.
• Aid and assist procurement of Electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoot controls and electrical system to ensure proper operation of all plant equipment.
• Be able to communicate and interface with upper management in a responsible and professional manner.
• Be fluent in installation and programming all electrical devices to include VFDs, PLCs, and instrumentation.
• Responsible for the loading of programming and installation of it into PLC's and/or the drawing of Ladder Logic diagrams to match such.
• Aid in the facility maintenance/repair as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations and programs.
• Thorough knowledge of the occupation hazards and corresponding safety precautions necessary for the safe performance of assigned duties.
• Keep all maintenance up-to-date as well as stay current with all reporting/recordkeeping requirements.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees