E&I Entry Level

Colonial Group; Jackson (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking an E&I Mechanic – Entry Level for our Jackson, AL Mill. The role involves ensuring reliable electrical/control systems, troubleshooting machine centers, and performing preventive maintenance to meet production goals.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a two-year degree in Industrial Electricity & Instrumentation, with a strong safety mindset and willingness to work shifts, holidays, and weekends.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Two-year degree in Industrial Electricity & Instrumentation is required.
• Strong commitment to safety is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper operation of electrical/control components including PLC I/O modules and sensors.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues at machine centers and throughout the facility.
• Perform electrical audits and adjustments per OEM specs.
• Collaborate with Supervisors, Maintenance, and Operations to plan and document activities.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC

Instrumentation

Maintenance

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Two-year degree in Industrial Electricity & Instrumentation

Job description

We are looking for applicants for E&I Mechanic – Entry Level in our Jackson, AL Mill.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring proper operation of all electrical/control system components including electronic components, motors, solenoids, limit switches, programmable logic control (PLC) I/O modules and photo-eye sensors.
• Troubleshooting, problem solving and resolving issues at machine centers and throughout the production facility.
• Performing high level electrical audits and adjustments per original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications
• Working as a team with Supervisors, Maintenance team members, and Operations to plan, procure and document activities for the enhancement of electrical and instrumentation maintenance within the facility.
• Mentoring and sharing knowledge with other technicians on maintenance and troubleshooting of PLCs, instrumentation, and controls
• Performing preventative and predictive maintenance to ensure quality and production goals are met.
• Applying all applicable codes, regulations, reliability strategies, corporate and OEM standards
• Working with the Maintenance team to improve operations productivity and quality by anticipating and eliminating potential delays through planning, and coordination of labor, parts, material, tools and equipment access.
• Reviewing, developing and/or modifying work orders for all plant equipment
• Contacting vendors and manufacturers as needed for support in resolving issues.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of reliability centered maintenance strategies.
• Ability and willingness to work shift work, holidays and weekends.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Two-year degree in Industrial Electricity & Instrumentation Strong commitment to safety required.

Tests and Board Interview

Those selected to go through the PCA hiring process will be asked to take a series of five written tests and take part in a structured board interview.

The five written tests are all timed and involve:

• Basic mechanical principles
• Basic arithmetic skills
• The ability to visualize three-dimensional figures
• The ability to compare numbers or patterns quickly and accurately
• Basic verbal ability

The interview will be conducted by a four-person board and involves a review of each candidate’s:

• Work history
• Achievements and accomplishments
• Knowledge and skill acquisition
• Interpersonal skills and helpfulness
• Task related likes and dislikes
• Physical demands experienced on previous jobs