Maintenance Technician III

Mohawk Industries, Inc.•El Paso, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Dal-Tile, a subsidiary of Mohawk Industries, is seeking a Maintenance Technician III to join their team. This role involves making adjustments to machines and equipment for proper operation, performing complex mechanical and electrical duties, and troubleshooting Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). The technician will also be involved in designing and redesigning PLC programs and software, setting up computers, and maintaining electrical systems in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include locating and diagnosing electrical issues, performing calculations related to electrical loads, and having basic knowledge of serial port communication systems, VFDs, process control instrumentation, and servomotors. The role also emphasizes continuous improvement, process improvement initiatives, leading projects to successful completion, and maintaining a safe and organized work area.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
Knowledge of electrical code.
5 or more years of ceramic experience in electrical and PCL experience.
Basic computer knowledge (Microsoft Office).

Nice To Haves

Formal PLC training preferred.
Associate degree in industrial electronics preferred.
Basic knowledge of Serial port communication systems, VFD’s (Variable Frequency Drives) and process control instrumentation devices (thermocouples, pressure switches, etc.).
Basic knowledge of Servomotors and drive units.

Responsibilities

Performs complex mechanical duties and a variety of electrical trade functions in the installation, maintenance, repair and/or distribution of electrical energy.
Installs, maintains, and replaces electronic programmable controllers in a manufacturing environment.
Troubleshoots PLCs using a handheld device or laptop.
Designs and redesigns programs and software for PLCs and operator panels.
Formats hard drives and installs them to computers (Computer Setup) and PC applications.
Installs, maintains, or repairs equipment for the generation, distribution, or utilization of electrical energy in a manufacturing environment.
Locates and diagnoses trouble in electrical systems or equipment working from blueprints, drawings, layouts, or other specifications.
Works standard computations related to load requirements of wiring and/or electrical equipment.
Continuously reviews their respective area for ideas and thoughts that will drive productivity and reduce costs within the organization and be able to professionally speak to their solution for improvement.
Plans and submits process improvements and executes the plan.
Uses a variety of electrician’s tools including measuring and testing instruments.
Leads projects and completes them successfully, returning equipment to production operating safely and efficiently.
Keeps work area safe, clean, and organized.
Performs other related duties as required.