Multi-Craft Industrial Maintenance Technician

Dal-Tile•Dickson, TN

About The Position

Performs complex mechanical duties and a variety of electrical trade functions in the installation, maintenance, repair, and distribution of electrical energy. Installs, maintains, and replaces electronic programmable controllers in a manufacturing environment. The role includes troubleshooting and programming PLCs, maintaining manufacturing equipment, diagnosing electrical problems, and leading projects that return equipment to safe and efficient production. The position follows a 2-2-3 schedule, with shifts listed as 6:45 p.m.–7 a.m. and 6:45 a.m.–7 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
Knowledge of electrical code.
At least 4 years of industrial maintenance experience and 2 years of industrial electrical experience.
Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office.
Ability to read blueprints.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems and PLCs.
Ability to score 80% or better on the Industrial Maintenance exam.
Ability to read and understand procedures in English.
Ability to test motors and electrical circuits using a voltmeter and amp meter.
In-depth knowledge of LGV equipment and operation.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in industrial electronics.
Formal PLC training.
Knowledge of serial-port communication systems, VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives), and process-control instrumentation devices such as thermocouples and pressure switches.
Knowledge of servomotors and drive units.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot PLCs using a handheld device or laptop.
Design and redesign PLC and operator-panel programs and software.
Format hard drives and install them on computers; perform computer setup and PC application tasks.
Install, maintain, and repair manufacturing equipment used to generate, distribute, or utilize electrical energy.
Locate and diagnose problems in electrical systems or equipment using blueprints, drawings, layouts, or other specifications.
Perform standard computations related to wiring and electrical equipment load requirements.
Review the assigned area for opportunities to improve productivity and reduce costs, and professionally present proposed solutions.
Plan, submit, and execute process improvements.
Lead projects and complete them successfully, returning equipment to production in a safe and efficient condition.
Use electricians’ tools, including measuring and testing instruments.
Keep the work area safe, clean, and organized.
Perform other related duties as required.