Electrical Controls Technician

Chart Industries; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Chart Industries, Inc. in Mobile, AL is seeking a skilled electrical/electronics technician to troubleshoot, repair, and install motor control systems on production equipment. You will work closely with engineering to design or modify machinery and perform performance tests.

You must read blueprints, identify complex issues, and maintain safety and quality standards. This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, willingness to overtime and weekends, and a proactive, self-starting approach in a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience.
• Proficient at troubleshooting and repairing complex motor controls.
• Able to read blueprints and design sketches.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Willing to work overtime and weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, repairs, and installs electrical and electronic components on production machines.
• Collaborates with engineering to modify or design equipment.
• Performs performance testing using oscilloscopes and digital meters.
• Replaces faulty electrical components and maintains safety standards.
• Documents test results and reports findings.
• Maintains clean work area and adheres to safety and quality procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Motor controls

Blueprint reading

Time management

Self-motivation

Overtime readiness

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Digital multimeters

Electrical bridges

Job description

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What Will You Do?

• Troubleshoots, repairs, and installs electrical and electronic parts and hardware on electronic controls and production machines and equipment
• Works with engineering team to design new equipment or modify existing equipment
• Performs performance testing using oscilloscopes, electronic volt meters and bridges
• Replaces faulty switches, sockets, and other elements of electrical systems. Dismantles electrical machinery and replaces defective electrical or mechanical parts such as gears, brushes, and armatures. Mounts motors, transformers and lighting fixtures into position and completes circuits according to diagram specifications
• Responsible for testing of equipment to include recording and analysis of results and prepares the written testing documentation
• May help with troubleshooting and repair of plant equipment, such as welding equipment and systems, temperature control systems, semi-automatic controlled machinery, vacuum pumps and more
• Able to troubleshoot and make a diagnostic assessment on moderate to complex PLC related issues
• Maintains a clean work area and general housekeeping standards, such as care for assigned tools and proper disposal of hazardous waste
• Understands and practices established safety and quality standard procedures
• Assists with
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Your Physical Work Environment Will Require…

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this role includes close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and vibration. Loud noise level in the work environment.

Your Experience Should Be...

Required

• 3+ years of related experience
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair complex motor controls issues
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, design sketches, etc.
• Proven ability to identify and problem-solve complex issues
• Self-starter with strong time management skills able to work independently with limited direction and supervision
• Must work overtime and weekend hours, when there is a business need

Chart Industries, Inc. is a leading independent global manufacturer of highly engineered equipment servicing multiple applications in the Energy and Industrial Gas markets. Our unique product portfolio is used in every phase of the liquid gas supply chain, including upfront engineering, service and repair.