Maintenance Technician II

Summary

This is a year-round staff position (with overtime) in the plant. This position performs skilled work supporting the following: industrial instrumentation / electrical systems, electrical controls and troubleshooting, PLC controls and troubleshooting. This position also supports: mechanical, plumbing, welding, fabrication, and building / grounds maintenance. Resolves emergency breakdown situations with accurate and timely troubleshooting. Performs ongoing equipment and facility maintenance and repairs equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Possesses thorough knowledge of manufacturing, industrial equipment, compressors, and facility maintenance.
• Install, test, calibrate, repair, modify, and maintain electrical / electronic / instrumentation controls for tobacco processing and industrial equipment.
• Knowledge and troubleshooting skills of the following systems:
• Process control loop tuning (PID; Gain, Reset, Rate).
  • Process control loops (4-20 ma analog).
  • 110v motor control circuits.
  • 480v distribution and motor controls.
  • AC variable frequency drives and DC drives.
  • Allen Bradley PLC5 / ControlLogix and other PLC’s.
  • Ethernet termination (cat 5 and 6).
  • Pneumatic air control systems (3-15 psi).
  • Industrial instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Safely operate electrical / electronic test equipment common to this discipline (voltmeter, Altec, oscilloscope, etc.).
• Safely work with hand tools common to this discipline (screw drivers, wrenches, measuring devices, etc.).
• Safely operate common shop equipment (drills, grinders, threaders, press, etc.).
• Advanced troubleshoot skills to diagnose process equipment issues (electrical and mechanical) quickly and accurately to determine equipment failure and perform corrective action accordingly.
• Read and work from blueprints / drawings / schematics.
• Knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations.
• Guide productivity / technology projects.
• Ability and willingness to operate industrial vehicles / lifts.
• Perform preventative maintenance as assigned.
• Work on confined space as authorized.
• Wiring and installation of special projects.
• Assist / support production personnel on process issues.
• Assist with training other employees.

Other Desired Skills:

• Knowledge and troubleshooting skills of the following systems:
  • Pneumatic air transport systems.
  • Boiler operation and controls.
  • Industrial mechanical systems.
  • Mass flow meters (volume).
  • Mass flow scales (solid).
  • Thermocouples.
  • Compressed air systems.
  • Hydraulic control systems.
• Experience with tobacco processing equipment and controls.
• Conduit / tubing bending, installation, and formulas.
• Basic welding and torch skills.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Minimum education
  • A.A.S. in Electronics Engineering Technology or
  • A.A.S. in Instrument and Control Automation Technology or
  • A.A.S. in Mechatronics Engineering Technology or
  • A.A.S. in a related field or
  • Military equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years field technical industrial maintenance experience (troubleshooting) in a manufacturing / processing / process control systems environment.
• Proficient instrumentation, electrical, and mechanical skills; with safety always the first consideration.
• Demonstrated advanced problem-solving skills, decision-making, and prioritizes tasks daily.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills for record keeping and communication.
• Basic math skills.
• Willing to work overtime as needed to ensure plant operational efficiency.
• Willing to work any shift.
• Willing to be on call.
• Basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Able to multitask.
• A motivated self-starter that adheres to work schedules and performs tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal communication skills and relates well with a wide variety of personalities.
• Plans / organizes work and maintains records as directed.
• Work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Occasionally lift up to 70 lbs. and work at heights of 35 feet.
• Willing to tackle any task assigned.