Senior Electrical Instrumentation and Control Technician-2018

Protective Industrial Products•North Charleston, SC

About The Position

Join a team that maintains and repairs manufacturing equipment. Under general supervision, work alongside production facility operators and machinists to conduct preventive and scheduled maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, and perform repairs. The role involves installing, fabricating, maintaining, calibrating, and repairing electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and automation equipment and controls used in manufacturing operations. Candidates must meet the stated U.S. Person requirement due to U.S. export control laws and regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.
Expert knowledge of electrical repair.
Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
Willingness to grow and learn.
Ability to complete work as instructed and follow up.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Significant relevant repair experience.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

Install, fabricate, and repair electronic, electrical, and pneumatic equipment and controls for manufacturing operations.
Maintain knowledge of current wiring codes and consult a supervisor about other applicable codes and specifications.
Maintain and calibrate process-critical measuring devices and equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance on electronics, automation equipment, and manufacturing equipment.
Troubleshoot plant programmable controllers; perform basic programming as directed; install controllers; and troubleshoot their I/O, power supplies, and programming panels.
Troubleshoot PLC ladder logic.
Assist with troubleshooting mechanical issues and their relationship to electrical components, and perform basic mechanical repairs.
Read and draw schematics and wiring diagrams for electronic and electrical equipment and buildings; develop documentation for equipment and facilities where it is missing or where alterations are made.
Provide lists of materials and components required for fabrication or repairs, along with applicable diagrams and schematics.
Interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications for equipment and machinery fabrication, installation, or repair.
Lay out and install conduit as needed, in accordance with code and trade specifications.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor related to plant and personal safety, housekeeping, equipment and machinery repair or replacement, supply and inventory handling, and care of company property.