Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:  (Four to ten statements of accountability which can be observed or measured.)

• Replace lighting fixtures, ballasts, and bulbs throughout plant, labs, and offices.
• Install conduit and pull wire for new installation or repair of lighting and electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoot three phase motor circuits including variable frequency drives and motor controls of all types.
• Install and/or replace electric motors, switches, receptacles, solenoids, thermocouples, fuses, transformers, sensors, transmitters, etc.
• Perform a variety of duties to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plant process control systems.
• Maintain records and systems to achieve a high standard of preventative maintenance work that meets quality engineering standards.
• Assist electrical supervisor with implementation of electrical automation systems for the computerized control of process equipment.
• Maintain computerized control systems including Allen-Bradley PLCs and Foxboro DCS systems.
• Wear appropriate personal safety protection, follow prescribed procedures, and maintain a clean
  and safe work area.

Working Conditions:  (Office, mine, plant, etc.)

• Work is performed mostly in a plant environment.
• Duties split between indoor and outdoor work causing exposure to seasonal temperature variations. Possible exposure to chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and radiation.
• Requires climbing on various plant structures where electrical or instrument devices exist. This is a day and evening shift job requiring overtime as needed.
• Personal safety/health protection is required including eye, head, and hearing protection.

Knowledge/Skills:  (The knowledge/skills required to perform the job's basic responsibilities.  Include education, experience and any licenses required.)

• Minimum high school degree.  Higher education and/or licenses or certificates a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years work experience as an electrical/instrumentation technician in an industrial environment.
• Must have knowledge of and abide by the National Electric Code.
• Ability to read and understand schematics and electrical diagrams.
• Full understanding of electrical/instrumentation systems.
• Initiative oriented; ability to independently perform job functions with minimal supervision.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Ability to do quality work safely