Controls Technician

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Work in a safe manner that is in compliance with safety environmental and Facilities department policies and procedures.
• Support all Environmental Health Safety & Security requirements and programs.
• Responds to Facility Work Orders from building occupants.
• Install maintain troubleshoot and repair: Electric electronic mechanical and pneumatic instruments used to indicate record or control operations.
• Perform acceptance tests of new equipment.
• Industrial fixed rotating and electrical equipment such as pumps piping valves motors and fans.
• Inspect the installation of equipment and systems for conformance with plans and specifications.
• Perform original design work required to implement analog and digital system modifications.
• Prepare or modify existing operating and maintenance procedures.
• Order supplies and prepare maintenance service reports.
• Use maintain and repair electrical electronic hydraulic and pneumatic test instruments.
• Inspect evaluate accuracy and calibrate / tune if necessary transmitters controllers and other instrumentation used in process control systems.
• Perform specialized work related to control systems.
• Support complex troubleshooting of facilities equipment and associated failures.
• Partner with other Technicians and Management in identifying training requirements and safety procedures.
• Partner with Engineers and Technicians on various facilities projects.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and assist other specialty areas as required.
• Must be on-call and work off-hours when necessary to maintain efficient operation of facilities.
• Consistently works on complex assignments with high degree of independence and initiative to resolve root cause.
• Work from technical manuals specifications drawings schematics and verbal instruction.
• Perform maintenance duties including maintaining Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedules PM reports troubleshooting reports and re-order maintain and organize equipment spare parts.
• Update PM documents as necessary.
• Train personnel on equipment maintenance.

Education & Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Technical/Associates Degree in a Science or Engineering discipline.
• A minimum of three (3) years hands on work experience with the maintenance calibration and repairs of building automation systems. Must have the ability to troubleshoot systems to the board level and make required repairs up to and including system and panel level programming.
• Thorough working knowledge of control systems and plant operations to effectively program and service building automation controls as well as adjust settings from a laptop or a work station.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of Semiconductor FAB systems and related equipment
• Demonstrated ability to operate computer programs including Microsoft Office Excel CMMS etc.
• Preventative maintenance software and automated building control systems knowledge a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks and required documentation.
• Demonstrated work performance in an environment requiring high level of attention to detail and timeliness.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize activities.
• Demonstrated mechanical abilities with experience in maintenance and operation of equipment.
• Strong team player with ability to work well within a global team.
• Experience in ICONICS is a plus.
  • Possess the ability to read blueprints and interpret electrical schematics controls schematics and mechanical drawings.

Required Minimum Education

No Diploma

High School Diploma or equivalent

College Course work or equivalent

2 Year college degree (Associate or equivalent)

4 Year college degree (Bachelor or equivalent)

Post-graduate degree or equivalent

Expected Minimum Years of Related Experience

Less than 1 year

1 years

3 years

5 years

7 years

10 years

Skills & Other Requirements

• Possess knowledge of pneumatic controls thermostats receiver-controllers and related control devices to be able to repair and/or replace.
• Ability to isolate and repair failed components and calibrate systems.
• Possess an understanding of how a ventilation system works and be able to troubleshoot balance and repair air distribution systems.
• Has strong interpersonal/teaming skills to communicate and effectively interact with all levels of the organization and to effectively work with outside contractors vendors and suppliers.

Working Conditions

• Will be exposed to areas where hand tools and power tools are being operated.
• Will be exposed to areas where hazardous chemicals or gases are stored.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to bend reach twist turn and climb normally associated with construction work.
• Will be exposed to areas where hand tools and power tools are being operated.
• Will be exposed to areas where hazardous chemicals or gases are stored.
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to lift pull and/or carry a minimum of 50 pounds on a periodic basis throughout the shift
• Ability to perform activities that include climbing vertical ladders bending at waist stooping kneeling crouching reaching and crawling.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment per semi-conductor protocol/requirements.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to attend scheduled training follow the site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.

Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed proper training work instructions required PPE is available and will monitor compliance.

Quality & Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISOand/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent:

Integrity Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work