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 / Control Logix 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.