ELECTRICAL & INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN

KENT WORLDWIDE; Washington (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smoke-free workplace

12-hour rotating shift

Job summary

Grain Processing Corporation in Washington, Indiana is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to support safe, reliable operation of manufacturing systems. You’ll work with maintenance and operations teams to solve complex technical challenges and contribute to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

The role involves PLC/DCS programming, electrical distribution work, and collaboration across shifts. A 12-hour rotating shift is in place; travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Advanced Manufacturing Technology or related field preferred.
• At least 3 years of electrical/instrumentation experience in manufacturing.
• Experience troubleshooting, programming, and maintaining PLC systems, preferably Allen-Bradley.
• Knowledge of process control instrumentation and calibration.
• Experience with VFD installation, programming and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read NEC, schematics, P&IDs, and technical docs.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, troubleshoot, and repair process control instrumentation and electrical equipment including PLCs, DCS, and power distribution.
• Analyze circuits, wiring diagrams, specs, and work instructions for maintenance activities.
• Program, configure, modify, and save changes to DCS/PLCs and control systems.
• Work with electrical theory and electrical codes.
• Safely energize/de-energize distribution systems (120V to 13.8kV).
• Test, diagnose, and replace faulty components and boards.
• Install, maintain, and repair cables, MCCs, and branch circuits.
• Size/layout/install conduit and wiring systems.
• Follow safety regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to resolve issues.
• Support continuous improvement for reliability and efficiency.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

NEC knowledge

VFD installation

Education

Associate degree in Advanced Manufacturing Technology or related

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

VFDs

Job description

Grain Processing Corporation ("GPC"), a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE™ family of companies, has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to join our team in Washington, Indiana. At GPC, your expertise directly supports the safe, reliable operation of critical manufacturing systems that help power our business every day. You'll work alongside skilled maintenance and operations professionals to solve complex technical challenges, improve plant performance, and contribute to a culture focused on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

• This position is designed and intended to be performed in Washington, IN.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Analyze, troubleshoot, and repair process control instrumentation, electrical equipment, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), distributed control systems (DCS), and power distribution equipment.
• Analyze circuits, wiring diagrams, specifications, and work instructions supporting emergency and planned maintenance activities.
• Program, configure, modify, document, and properly save changes associated with DCS, PLCs, and other proprietary control systems.
• Perform work requiring a thorough understanding of electrical theory, statutory codes, material properties, and operating principles of electrical equipment.
• Safely energize and de-energize electrical distribution systems including 120V single-phase, 480V three-phase, 4160V three-phase, and 13.8kV three-phase systems.
• Service electronic equipment by testing, diagnosing, and replacing faulty components, circuits, printed circuit boards, and related devices.
• Install, maintain, and repair communication cables, power distribution equipment, motor control centers (MCCs), and branch circuits.
• Size, lay out, install, and repair threaded conduit and wiring systems.
• Perform all work in accordance with applicable safety regulations, environmental requirements, and company policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with fellow Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians, Mechanical Maintenance Technicians, and Production Operators to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment reliability, efficiency, and operational performance.

Education

Preferred:

• Associate degree in Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Instrumentation Technology, or a related technical field.

OR

Required:

• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant electrical and instrumentation experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Experience & Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting, programming, and maintaining PLC systems, preferably Allen-Bradley.
• Knowledge of process control instrumentation, calibration, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Experience with Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) installation, programming, and troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems including:
  • 24VDC control systems
  • 120V single-phase systems
  • 480VAC distribution systems
  • 4160VAC distribution systems
  • 13.8kV three-phase power systems
• Strong understanding of electrical theory and principles related to industrial equipment operation.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Travel

• Up to 10% travel.

Additional Information

• Smoke-free and tobacco-free workplace.
• This position follows a 12-hour rotating shift schedule.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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