E&I Technician II - D Shift

Basic Functions

The basic function of the E&I Technician is to install, troubleshoot, clean, inspect, calibrate, and maintain electrical, instrumentation, and distributive control equipment throughout the facility in a safe and professional manner.

• Understand and follow all safety procedures
• Current on all safety trainings
• Wears all required PPE when necessary (steel toe boots, safety glasses, ear plugs)
• Understand Lock Out Tag Out procedures for assigned areas.
• Perform duties according to OSHA guidelines, policies and procedures
• Complete General Plant Safety Training within the first 8 weeks.

• Troubleshoot and maintain facility equipment to ensure safe, environmentally compliant and efficient operation.
• Perform electrical preventive, repair, and calibration maintenance procedures safely and professionally with adequate supervision in accordance with Federal and State Regulations, and Company Work Rules, Policies and Procedures.
• Able to use and read available documentation (PID’s / loop sheets / motor elementaries, etc.)
• Access and read PLC/DCS program control logic to diagnose and troubleshoot problems and repair with minimal or no supervision/additional training.
• Initiate and complete work‑orders and requisitions, and document all critical and or pertinent information on a routine basis by direction and with supervision/training.
• Available to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
• Respond and report to work during off hours when emergency repairs.
• Takes proactive measures to address improvement opportunities.
• Performs lesser skilled duties when required or requested.
• Completes Plant Training Programs within the time frame prescribed.
• Identifies and effectively uses basic and precision measuring tools to calculate and determine lengths, surface areas, and volumes as necessary while performing maintenance tasks on a routine basis.
• Follows standard safety procedures, correct safety and environmental hazards, and report them immediately.
• Reads, understands, and applies information such as lock out/tag out procedures, safety rules, job hazard analyses, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Communicates clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing; as well as communicate clearly whether using in‑situ intercom system, two‑way radio or face to face.
• Anticipates typical problems, identify potential or recurring problems, and take appropriate action with supervision/training.
• Troubleshoots equipment, diagnose problems and repair with supervision/training.
• Operates other equipment including, but not limited to, industrial forklifts, manlifts, skid steer type loaders, and other mobile equipment.

Other - Licenses as required by State, Federal, Environmental and/or Health/Safety Regulatory.

• Must understand solid state circuitry and 24V, 110V, 220V, 440V, and 480V systems.
• Ability to size electrical panel based components for install; ability to size components and wiring based on electrical schematic; ability to build electrical automation enclosure based on schematics and plant requirements.
• Ability to diagnose problems with programmable controllers on equipment and operate electrical testing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret safety documents, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to complete work orders and enter the required paperwork into a computer.
• Able to interpret PLC ladder logic.
• Working knowledge of Servo Systems.

• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs and to push-pull up to 75 lbs.
• Must be able to work long periods while continuously standing, twisting, bending, reaching, and stooping.
• Must be able to work in an environment which is dusty and noisy.
• Must be able to work in plant environment with extreme seasonal temperatures.

• Safety – Holds Self and Others accountable; contributes to “The Nichiha Way”; shares lessons learned on safety practices; demonstrates self‑care and mutual‑care.
• Cooperation – Team Player; treats others with respect; helps others; thinks of team before self.
• Personal Awareness – Self‑awareness of strengths and weaknesses; understanding…