Electrical/PLC Technician

TenCate Protective Fabrics; Molena (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

TenCate Protective Fabrics is seeking an Electrical Technician to perform skilled electrical and mechanical work in a Land Application System and related facilities. The role requires troubleshooting of PLCs, HMIs, drives, and installation of electrical systems, with emphasis on safety and reliability.

You will maintain and repair plant equipment, work on complex wiring, and collaborate with engineers on upgrades and improvements. Shift availability includes weekends and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and hands-on maintenance experience.
• Advanced electrical/electronics training or certification preferred.
• Experience with pumps, motors, and control systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install production equipment.
• Program PLCs, HMIs, and drives; modify software as needed.
• Diagnose malfunctions in transformers, motors, sensors, and relays.
• Assist with on-call emergencies and provide safety-compliant work.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI troubleshooting

Drives & motors

Electrical wiring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Maintenance experience or certification

Advanced electrical training

Tools

PLC software

SCADA systems

Job description

The Electrical Technician performs skilled electrical and mechanical work as well as troubleshooting abilities in the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and fixtures in a Land Application System and related facilities.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of all production and plant equipment.
• Must be proficient in your ability to troubleshoot and program PLC Controllers, Human Machine Interfaces (HMI’s) and Drives. Maintain and / or modify PLC controllers and software programs as required using a personal computer or laptop.
• Tests and replaces electrical components such as electronic drives, relays, switches, sensors, printed circuit boards, temperature controllers, and related electronic equipment.
• Diagnose malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, blowers, and lighting fixtures. Installs power supply wiring and conduit for new and existing machinery.
• Plan, lay out and install a variety of complicated electrical equipment controls and wiring pertaining to plant or production machinery.
• Work out installation details, wire complicated circuits with large number of connections. Make standard tests, adjust as required.
• Assist with making general repairs, new installations, and troubleshooting PLC driven equipment.
• Assist in the instruction and training of all electronic equipment as required. Work closely with - and make recommendations to - Plant Engineer as it relates to production machinery upgrades or improvements.
• Responsibilities also include assisting mechanics / electricians with general maintenance activities on special projects.
• Availability for emergency call-in on weekends and after hours for production or plant related emergencies.
• Follows prescribed safety regulations and procedures. Maintains area and equipment in an orderly manner, reporting unusual conditions to proper supervision.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of trades experience - or equivalent technical training and experience.
• Strong PC skills required, including PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Strong drives, controls, motors, and PLC application knowledge. Excellent skills for troubleshooting relay and PLC controlled machines.
• Good interpersonal skills to effectively interface independently - or as a team - to achieve common goals.
• Excellent oral and written communication is essential.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with little supervision.
• Must be available on off-shifts, weekends, and holidays for on-call response for building or production related emergencies

Supervisory Responsibility

This positionhas no direct supervisory responsibilities.

This job operates in a manufacturing environment and routinely uses highly specialized equipment. The employee is frequently exposed to noise, dust, and electrical current. The employee is subject to hazards which include a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, working on scaffolds and high places, requiring the use of appropriate personal protective equipment including safety glasses, hearing protection and non-skid shoes. The employee is subject to outside environmental conditions with extreme cold or heat, depending on the time of year.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, sit, walk, stand, and hear. This employee may be required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, and frequently lift up to 50 Ibs.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 2nd/3rd shifts with rotating weekend coverage and occasional overtime may be required as job duties demand.

Travel

Little to no travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Maintenance experience or certification
• Advanced Electrical and Electronics training/certification
• Familiarity with pumps and motors including control and monitoring systems.

AAP/EEO Statement

TenCate Protective Fabrics provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, selection, hiring, training, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and demotion.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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