Controls Technician / Maintenance Technician

carlislecompanies

Franklin Park (IL)

On-site

USD 47,000 - 51,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Carlisle Companies is seeking a Control Technician in Franklin Park, IL to monitor and improve the reliability of automated production equipment. You will support troubleshooting to minimize interruptions and maintain control systems including PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and drives.

A strong mechanical/electrical aptitude and attention to detail are essential. The role involves 40-hour weeks with overtime in a fast-paced, 24/7 operation, involving electrical and mechanical maintenance, calibration, and

Qualifications

Knowledge of PLC programming languages and ladder logic.
Experience working with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and drives (AC/DC, VFD).
Familiarity with Allen-Bradley controls preferred.
Industrial electrical troubleshooting and reading electrical/mechanical drawings.
CMMS, SAP, and MS programs familiarity.

Responsibilities

Process and production equipment troubleshooting.
Monitor downtime events and participate in problem solving.
Support preventive/predictive maintenance programs.

Skills

PLC language knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Allen-Bradley controls

PLCs, HMIs, sensors, VFDs

Reading drawings

OSHA safety knowledge

Teamwork & communication

Education

High school diploma

Technical school certificate / industrial maintenance certifications

Technical military certifications

Tools

CMMS

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary

This positionmonitors and improves the control system reliability of automated production equipment. When production system performance falls below acceptable levels, they must support troubleshooting efforts to avoid or minimize interruptions to production.A successful control technician has a keen eye for details and good mechanical/electrical aptitude.

Pay Rate: $34.00 to $37.00

Duties and Responsibilities:

Process and production equipment troubleshooting.
Monitors significant plant downtime events and initiative problem solving activities
Support implementation and improvement of existing preventive/predictive maintenance programs
Supports equipment installation coordination/supervision associated with facility needs
Support procurement of replacement and upgrade hardware, as needed.
Perform needed maintenance, repair or rebuild/calibration of electrical control components and direct support of production operating needs.
Communicate issues and potential required changes with Controls Engineer
Evaluate electrical equipment operation and suggest necessary action when malfunctions occur, or improvements are needed
Daily monitoring of various plant utilities that can include chiller, air compressor, security system & fire protection system.
Complete process and preventive maintenance work orders. Capture and communicate associated data
Maintain plant electrical control systems on equipment such as mixers, conveyors, compressors, hydraulics, motors, pneumatics, automated controls and pumps
Troubleshoot electrical control issues, repair failures of production and facilities equipment.
Install and monitor current monitoring systems
Maintain and enhance hardware and software knowledge to ensure up-to-date troubleshooting capabilities
Install, maintain, repair or replace control devices such as HMIs, VFDs, PLCs components etc. as needed
Comply and participate regulatory, Carlisle, & departmental policies, procedures, & standards (PSM, safety protocols, COS)
Work with mechanical and electrical maintenance technicians to help develop their control skills
As directed execute projects on an as needed basis
Assist mechanical and electrical technicians with preventive maintenance, breakdowns and work orders as needed
Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge:

Knowledge of PLC language (ladder logic, structured text, sequential function charts, etc)
Proficient in working with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, level controls, AC/DC drives, VFD etc
Knowledge of Allen Bradley controls preferred
Industrial electrical AC/DC troubleshooting skills
Knowledge of CMMS, SAP, MS programs
Demonstrated ability to utilize electrical instruments in troubleshooting control systems
Awareness of electrical codes such as NEMA
Inter-Personnel Skills – Including the ability to be a team player. The ability to pass on information & training to others.
Effective written and verbal communication.
Ability to produce and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
Knowledge of safe working practices around moving and electrical equipment.
Critical thinking, troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
Understanding of OSHA and industrial safety protocols

Competencies

Teamwork
- Builds trust with others by encouraging open dialogue and collaboration. Seeks diverse perspectives to create stronger solutions.
Managing Change
- Able to keep on track despite difficulties or barriers that may be encountered. Addresses conflict to find common ground solutions.
Continuous Improvement
- Retains a mindset of always striving to make things better. Applies continuous improvement tools and processes to every aspect of the role.
Customer Focus
- Listens to understand the needs of customers (internal and external). Builds trusting relationships and seeks innovative solutions for all customers. Always has the customer’s needs top of mind.
Continuous Learning
- Understands individual strengths and opportunity areas and seeks development opportunities to leverage strengths and lean into opportunity areas. Open to both giving and receiving feedback.
Drive for Results
- Always has a sense of urgency to solve problems with actions. Seeks to align goals with attainment of organizational strategy. Has a sense of ownership and personal accountability for actions taken.

Education and Experience:

Highschool diploma, higher education preferred
Degree from technical school, or industrial maintenance certifications (PLC, Machine Logic, etc)
Technical military specialties considered
Experience working as a control technician in an industrial manufacturing environment

Equipment Used:

Precision measurement equipment (Micrometers, gauges, measurement devices)
Electrical instrumentation (megohmmeter, multimeter, amperage monitoring systems)
Hand tools
Office equipment (computer, phone, kiosk)
Computer systems (CMMS, SAP, MS programs)

Working Conditions:

Activities occur inside an insulation manufacturing facility. Job includes but are not limited to exposure to the following.
- Temperatures exposed to both Ambient/outside temperatures.
- Nuisance dust, use of chemicals, working with mechanical parts, pinch points
- Noise of industrial machinery
Typically, 40 hour per week with overtime as required
Days/shift vary based on facility need
Fast paced 24/7 operation

Travel Requirement: