Instrumentation & Controls Technician

Job Summary

The Instrumentation & Controls Technician is responsible for the maintenance of all electrical control devices within the plant. Day Shift & On Call

• Read and interpret electrical drawings and instructions to rebuild, install and calibrate equipment.
• Aid and assist procurement of electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoot controls and electrical systems to ensure proper operation of all plant equipment.
• Communicate and interface with upper management in a responsible and professional manner.
• Install and program all electrical devices, including VFDs, PLCs, and instrumentation.
• Load programming and install it into PLCs and/or draw Ladder Logic diagrams to match such.
• Assist in facility maintenance and repair as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations and programs.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of occupation hazards and safety precautions for safe performance of duties.
• Keep all maintenance up-to-date and stay current with reporting/recordkeeping requirements.
• All other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years of work experience in instrumentation & controls.
• Experience troubleshooting systems and circuits, preferably with Allen-Bradley.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of 4–20mA systems.

• Competent in using common industrial concepts, practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental procedures.
• Ability to work as part of a team with company supervisors, peers, and subordinates.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to make decisions based on measurable criteria.

• Constantly required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
• Frequently lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally move or lift up to 100 lbs.
• Regularly required reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to work at elevated heights, climb ladders and stairways.
• Ability to move in and around confined or cluttered spaces and uneven areas.

Job functions will be carried out in an office environment and/or plant environment which requires tolerance for wet and/or slippery floors, high heat and/or cold temperatures, noise, dirt and smell variations.

Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: if you would like more information, please visit the EEOC website.