ELECTRIC TECHNICIAN A

Job description

TITLE: Electric Technician A

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

This position will be under the supervision of the Maintenance Manager, ensures the correct operation, repairs, and preventative maintenance schedules of the office, manufacturing, and distribution facilities. This position is for a highly skilled and experienced technician that will perform tasks to install, maintain and/or repair plant production machinery such as plastic resin handling systems, co-extrusion cast film lines, pallet wrapping, thermoforming machines, and paper bag converting equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or equivalent required

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

Advanced knowledge of 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

Proficiency 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 (i.e. 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

Inteplast Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information, about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, view the EEO - Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement.

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