Maintenance Automation Technician

Shaw

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Automation Technician is responsible for performing the functions of an Automation Technician. This includes troubleshooting Automation System problems, facilitating necessary repairs, determining the cause of failures and taking steps to prevent recurrence. The role involves documenting and communicating software, program, and communication equipment changes, and ensuring work tasks are performed correctly. The technician will provide Automation System support during off-shift hours, maintain a clean and safe work area, and follow safety procedures like Lockout and Tag-out. The position requires willingness to work various hours and shifts, including being available "on call". The technician will also attend meetings, ensure plant and safety rules are followed, use Six Sigma Tools for continuous improvement, perform audits, and communicate effectively in writing and verbally. They will assist other maintenance personnel, work at different heights, and participate in TPM activities. Key responsibilities include managing projects from scope to installation, troubleshooting and writing PLC ladder logic in Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms, resolving communication issues, and creating/enforcing automation and electrical standards. The role also involves coaching and mentoring other technicians and electricians, and scoping, creating, and executing capital projects.

Requirements

Must have a high school education or its equivalent
Must have degree/training as Electrician
Must have at least two 2 to 5 years experience as Automation Technician
Must have experience with machine and facility power and wiring - indoor and outdoor
Must possess good interpersonal, communication, leadership and organizational skills
Actively participates in the PRIDE and FIBER Processes
Must be able to work without close supervision

Responsibilities

Comply with procedures found in SMS
Perform all job duties using safe work methods
Comply with Corporate Absenteeism and Tardiness Policy
Work normally scheduled days adhering to starting and stopping times. Work overtime as required.
Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor
Troubleshoot Automation System problems and facilitate necessary repairs
Determine cause of Automation System failures and take necessary steps to prevent recurrence
Determine if mechanical or electrical conditions exist that cause Automation System failures and communicate the problem to the proper personnel
Responsible for documentation and communication of all new, upgraded or revised software, programs and communication equipment delivered
Will follow up on work tasks performed to be sure that they have been done correctly
Responsible for the Automation System support during off shift working hours
Should assistance be needed to make off shift repairs, contact the proper personnel
Maintain a clean and safe work area and perform all work in a safe manner
Follow the Lockout and Tag-out procedures when performing work on equipment
Should management request that you perform an unsafe practice, you should contact the plant Engineer for approval
Willing to work various hours on any shift or shifts as may be needed
Will be available "on call" during scheduled times
During the "on call" times, individual will be available to provide advice, assistance, and physical support if the problem requires
Attend meetings concerning department or plant as required
Ensure all plant rules and safety rules are being followed
Use Six Sigma Tools for continuous improvement
Perform audits as required
Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and written, with instructions, work orders, and service manuals
Assist other maintenance department personnel as needed
Must be able to work at different heights and work from a lift truck basket or ladder as needed
Active member of TPM activities
Manage projects from initial scope development to completion of installation
Must be able to troubleshoot PLC ladder logic in both Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms
Must be able to write ladder logic in both languages
Must be able to troubleshoot communication issues with equipment in the facility
Create, maintain, and enforce automation and electrical standards for Plant 78
Coach and mentor Automation Technicians and Electricians
Scope, create, and execute capital projects
Assist other plant personnel as needed