ELECTRIC TECHNICIAN A

TITLE: Electric Technician A

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The Electrical Technician is responsible for electrical, electronics, and maintenance of all equipment. Performs other duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Industrial maintenance degree or similar from a state certified technical school or community college is required. Completion of a 4-year electrical apprenticeship can be substituted
• Must have knowledge of basic industrial electrical components – relays, timers, contactors, proximity switches, etc.
• Must be able to read multimeters and amp meters.
• A background in industrial electronics and troubleshooting is required
• Experience with PLC controls and variable speed drives is preferred
• Basic computer knowledge
• Must have good communication skills
• Experience with PLC controls and variable speed drives is preferred
• Must be able and willing to work overtime, weekends and evenings as needed. Also must be able to work on-call as needed
• Must be able to read electrical schematics
• The ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings is a plus
• Can work with limited supervision (ie. night shift)
• Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary
• Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• All skills, knowledge and job duties of Electrical Technician B.
• Troubleshoot and repair A/C, D/C motors, drives and inverters.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair fire panels and alarm systems.
• Correctly identify and work on any electrical cabinet in the plant.
• Identify and safely work on any switchgear in the plant.
• Replace non-programmable devices such as relays, contactors, timers, PLC i/o cards.
• Use soldering for repairs as needed
• Check and change motor rotation if needed.
• Replace plant lighting and ballasts.
• Check and replace fuses.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits.
• Assists Maintenance technician in the lubrication and repair of mechanical equipment
• Maintain all equipment in good running order
• Ensure that job site is clean and free of hazards
• Maintains good housekeeping and safety practices when running equipment
• Interacts and communicates with Production supervisor during shift and assist on production line when needed
• Maintains professional certifications and keeps updated on all procedures and policy changes; keeps training up to date
• Operates all maintenance equipment safely, follows LOTO procedures at all times.

WORK ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS SUBJECTED TO IN THIS POSITION:

• Manufacturing Environment
• Ability to work in varying temperatures (cold and hot)
• Loud noise