Electrical Maintenance Technician

cartech; Tanner (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Carpenter Technology Corporation is seeking a maintenance technician in Tanner, AL to perform electrical and instrumentation tasks in an industrial manufacturing setting. The role involves planning, executing preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting a range of equipment including furnaces, presses, hydraulic systems, engines, motors, pumps, and conveyor systems.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or GED, an AS degree in Electrical/Manufacturing Controls (PLCs), and at least 2 years

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• AS degree in Electrical/Manufacturing Controls (PLCs) preferred.
• 2+ years of relevant electrical/instrumentation experience in industrial manufacturing.
• Strong experience with Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens S7 PLCs.
• Ability to read and understand control logic, flow diagrams, instrument loops and control circuits.
• Must pass background check and drug/alcohol screen; ability to meet fall protection requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely performs assigned tasks competently and efficiently.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures and regulations.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies efficiently.
• Performs tasks for shutdowns/outages planning and execution.
• Maintains up-to-date spare parts and drawings.
• Communicates with maintenance and production to improve equipment reliability.
• Locates problems by observing electrical/mechanical devices and using precision tools.
• Removes/replaces defective parts using hoists, cranes, and hand/power tools.
• Controls downtime by informing production of routine preventative maintenance.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

Plc troubleshooting/diagnosis

Reading electrical drawings

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AS degree in Electrical/Manufacturing Controls (PLCs)

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens S7 PLCs

Instrumentation tools

Job description

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Safely performs assigned tasks competently and efficiently.


• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.


• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.


• Performs job tasks for the planning and execution of shutdowns/outages.


• Responsible to maintain up to date spare parts and drawings.


• Provides communication to maintenance and production groups to maintain and enhance equipment reliability.


• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical and/or electrical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.


• Remove/replace defective parts by dismantling devices, using hoists, cranes, and hand/power tools.


• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventative maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.


• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting parts, using calipers, micrometers and other measuring instruments. Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, precision tools and instrumentation.


• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop equipment.


• Work independently to ensure operation of plant assets by the timely completion of preventative and condition‑based maintenance requirements on furnaces, presses, hydraulic systems, engines, motors, pumps, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions and engineering specifications to trouble shoot malfunctions.


• Demonstrates proficiency and competency in two or more technical skills, For example, welding, precision machining, mill right, instrument calibration, PLC troubleshooting, low voltage mx, medium voltage mx, high voltage mx,


• As part of a crew based team, assist with Production related tasks.


• Perform other duties as needed in support of the plant.


• Support the plant with overtime as required and willingness to work a rotating shift.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED.


• Associate (AS) degree in Electrical, Manufacturing Controls (PLCs)


• Minimum of 2 years of relevant electrical and/or instrumentation experience in an industrial manufacturing environment


• Must have strong experience with Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens S7 PLCs


• Demonstrated ability to read and understand control logic, flow diagrams, instrument loops and control circuits


• Requires the ability to pass a background check and physical including drug and alcohol screen


• Must meet company fall protection requirements


• Able to work rotating shifts and overtime when needed or required (including weekends and holidays)

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation's policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.