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Spring Grove, MN - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Under guidance of E/I & C Tech II III and Senior Technicians assists in performing a variety of duties relative to repair of electrical instrumentation and control systems which includes maintaining diagnosing and correcting micro-processor functions related to process controls motors valves transmitters and all other sensing devices. This also includes Automated control systems and associated peripheral equipment IE: motors transmitters and valves. Individual is responsible for ensuring the safety of self and others taking necessary precautions for protection of personnel and equipment in all work areas and consistently following prescribed safety procedures and techniques including good housekeeping practice.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assists and performs work on electro/pneumatic/hydraulic/digital/Drive control systems and related equipment in all work areas.
  • Understands and can apply knowledge of basic electrical theory (ohms law AC theory AC motors DC motors) to troubleshooting of industrial systems.
  • Understands and can apply basic knowledge of instrumentation (transmitters valves solenoids pumps both hydraulic and pneumatic) to troubleshooting of industrial systems.
  • Understands control logic for automated systems. This includes PLC DCS and Drive systems.
  • Uses logic and critical thinking skills to troubleshoot production equipment. Can also troubleshoot and change out control hardware such as I/O cards.
  • Reads and interprets all types of electrical/electronic wiring diagrams or Loop sheets and keeps abreast of innovations and new techniques in this specialized field.
  • Locates diagnoses and corrects troubles in industrial production systems in the most efficient manner following manufacturers instruction manuals.
  • Uses a variety of tools measuring and test equipment e.g. amp meters gauges AC-DC voltmeters oscilloscopes digital meters Computer based system interfaces and diagnostics etc.
  • Maintains necessary records and logbooks on performance and operation of equipment.
  • Maintain and support operation of valves cylinders motors and distribution systems for electrical and pneumatic energies via regular maintenance per SOPs and industry best practices.
  • Assists the Maintenance E&I Technicians E/I & C Techs II III Automation Engineers and Senior E/I & C technicians as directed.
  • Assists with the assemble and repair PC based systems and learn related software necessary for Process Automated equipment.
  • Diagnosis of and change camera system components with support from other E/I &C levels.
  • Provide in cooperation with other Maintenance Crafts coverage 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Crew Assignments and duties may vary at times based upon job & skill requirement as well as available crew personnel to complete the work safely and efficiently.
  • Develops necessary documentation for new projects or replaces existing documentation as changes occur.
  • Supports Electrician and Instrument apprentices in their development and progression in their trade.
  • Operates lifts and PIT equipment as needed.
  • Follows all site policies including Electrical safe work practices which uses NFPA-70E. Assists with the start-up of new or upgraded systems as needed.
  • Attends and participates in the appropriate training for the use of fire extinguishing equipment and notification procedures should a small containable fire ignite in the work area.
  • Serves as a member of the Pixelle Industrial Fire Team to mitigate risk and escalation of fires within the facility and provides assistance required by your craft as laid out in the handbook.
  • Performs other comparable or related duties assigned

Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below and above under Role and Responsibilities are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Associates Degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules technical drawings operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to enter quality feedback on work orders in work order management system. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions percentages area circumference and volume.
  • Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.


Additional Information :

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk sit and reach with hands and arms and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision Distance vision Peripheral vision Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time

Employment Type

Full-time

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

Operations

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