Electrical and Instrumentation Technician I

Modern Mill; McComb (MS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401K

PTO & Holidays

Life insurance

Job summary

Modern Mill in McComb, MS is seeking an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician to install, maintain, and repair electrical and instrumentation systems in our industrial environment.

You will perform preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, calibrate instruments, read schematics, and work with PLCs and control systems. A strong safety focus and ability to work rotating shifts are preferred.

Qualifications

• Electrical principles and electronic components knowledge.
• Familiarity with sensors, transmitters, and control devices.
• Ability to diagnose and solve complex technical issues.
• Proficiency with tools, equipment, and software for electrical/instrumentation work.
• Understanding safety protocols and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance: Performing preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical and instrumentation equipment.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnosing and resolving problems within electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Repair: Repairing or replacing faulty equipment.
• Calibration: Calibrating and testing instruments and equipment.
• Installation: Installing new equipment or upgrading existing systems.
• Working with Schematics and Drawings: Reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics to understand systems and identify issues.
• Safety: Adhering to safety regulations and procedures.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Instrumentation knowledge

Problem solving

Technical skills

Safety awareness

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma in electrical technology or related field

Tools

Multimeters

Meggers

Loop calibrators

HART communicators

SAP

Maximo

Job description

Description

An E&I technician, or Electrical and Instrumentation Technician, is a skilled tradesperson who specializes in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical and instrumentation systems in industrial environments. These systems include things like power distribution systems, control systems, and process control instrumentation.

Requirements

What You Will Do

• Maintenance: Performing preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical and instrumentation equipment.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnosing and resolving problems within electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Repair: Repairing or replacing faulty equipment.
• Calibration: Calibrating and testing instruments and equipment.
• Installation: Installing new equipment or upgrading existing systems.
• Working with Schematics and Drawings: Reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics to understand systems and identify issues.
• Safety: Adhering to safety regulations and procedures

What We Are Looking For

• Electrical and Electronic Knowledge: A strong understanding of electrical principles, circuits, and electronic components.
• Instrumentation Knowledge: Familiarity with various types of instruments, including sensors, transmitters, and control devices.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to diagnose and solve complex technical issues.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in using tools, equipment, and software related to electrical and instrumentation work.
• Safety Awareness: Understanding and adhering to safety protocols and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in electrical technology, instrumentation, industrial automation, electronics, or a related field.
• Three or more years of electrical and instrumentation maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-based control systems, preferably Allen-Bradley ControlLogix or similar platforms.
• Experience with motor control centers, AC/DC motors, variable-frequency drives, and industrial power-distribution systems.
• Experience calibrating and troubleshooting pressure, temperature, flow, and level instrumentation.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and process-control systems.
• Experience using diagnostic and calibration equipment, including multimeters, meggers, loop calibrators, and HART communicators.
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems such as SAP or Maximo.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70E, OSHA requirements, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Experience supporting equipment installations, commissioning, planned shutdowns, and preventive or predictive maintenance activities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Availability to work rotating shifts, weekends, overtime, and callouts as operational needs require.

Benefits

• Medical dental and vision insurance through United Healthcare
• 401K Retirement Plan with 3% annual company contribution
• Paid Time Off and 9 Company Holidays
• $25,000 Company-provided life insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity

Modern Mill provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.