Electrical Controls Technician

Job Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for mechanical and electrical assembly, testing, troubleshooting and modification of control systems used in automated machinery.


• Performs maintenance service and repairs on production equipment including preventative maintenance.


• Set up and programming of PLC’s, variable frequency and servo drives.


• Set up and programming of operator interface devices.


• Assembly and wiring of electrical control panels and machinery.


• Generation of electrical schematics and support documentation.


• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and mechanical failures on existing manufacturing equipment.


• Advanced industrial electrical troubleshooting tasks such as diagnosing faulty electrical components and devices.


• Advanced electrical controls troubleshooting and calibration of PLCs, transducers, motor starters, relays, solenoids, I/O cards, thermocouples, sensors, power supplies, transformers and other control devices.


• Performs advanced conveyor troubleshooting/diagnostics and repairs.


• Advanced hydraulic/pneumatic repairs and troubleshooting.


• Complex shop re-builds and equipment upgrades. Identifies opportunities for machinery improvements and optimization.


• Completes assigned tasks on time according to schedule.


• Trains/mentors new hires and less experienced technicians.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience, Skills & Education: