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SUMMARY:

Responsible for the installation, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems and electronic components within our industrial facility. Your primary goal is to ensure maximum equipment uptime while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair malfunctions in complex industrial machinery and control circuits.
Preventative Maintenance: Conduct routine inspections of motors, transformers, and switchgear to prevent failures.
PLC Support: Troubleshoot and monitor Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
Installation: Run conduit, pull wire, and install new electrical panels or production equipment.
Compliance: Ensure all work meets the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local building standards.
Blueprint Reading: Interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and technical manuals.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Advanced Troubleshooting & Repair
System Diagnostics: Using multimeters and oscilloscopes to find "ghost" faults in complex circuits.
Motor Control: Testing and repairing 3-phase motors, starters, and contactors.
Component Replacement: Swapping out faulty sensors, limit switches, and encoders on the fly to resume production.
Automation & Control Systems
PLC Logic: Connecting a laptop to a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) to see where a sequence is getting stuck.
VFD Calibration: Programming Variable Frequency Drives to control motor speed and torque accurately.
HMI Maintenance: Repairing the touchscreens (Human Machine Interfaces) that operators use to run the machines.
Power Distribution
High-Voltage Work: Maintaining transformers, switchgear, and circuit breakers (480V).
Load Balancing: Ensuring electrical panels are not overloaded to prevent tripped breakers or fires.
Conduit & Wiring: Bending heavy-duty conduit and pulling wire for new machine installs.
Safety & Compliance
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO): Ensuring machines are zero-energy before anyone starts repairs.
Arc Flash Protection: Wearing specific PPE and following NFPA 70E standards when working on live panels.
Code Adherence: Ensuring every repair or new install is up to National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Keep a clean and orderly work place.
Assist maintenance technicians on complex issues and projects.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Schematic reading
Proficiency with multimeters, megohmmeters, and PLC diagnostic software
Strong understanding of OSHA standards and NFPA 70E (Arc Flash) protocols

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working conditions are consistent with that of a manufacturing environment: loud, high-heat, and fast-paced. Must possess the ability to handle heavy components and be comfortable working in awkward positions. Work involves frequent lifting of materials and product up to 70 pounds and strict adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and PPE protocols. Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses and steel toe shoes, loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted. Hair that touches the shoulders must be pinned up so as not to touch the shoulder.

BENEFITS:

Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonus
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) or Roth 401(k) with Company Match
Paid Holidays and Vacation
Tuition Reimbursement
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Coverage
Company-Sponsored Events and Team Outings
Recognition and Rewards Programs

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