Electronic Control Technician

00001 American Crystal Sugar Co; Crookston (MN); On-site; USD 49,772 - 54,745; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

24/7 employee assistance program

Job summary

00001 American Crystal Sugar Co in Crookston, Minnesota is seeking an Electronic Control Technician responsible for installing, calibrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining control instrumentation systems for sugar processing systems.

The ideal candidate has a minimum 2-year technical degree and three years of relevant experience. A strong foundation in troubleshooting and programming Delta V and RS III systems is essential. The role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of instrument shop/electronic experience in all required instrumentation fields.
• Must pass skills and aptitude tests and safety screen.
• Able to navigate a Windows Operating Environment.

Responsibilities

• Install control networks and program Delta V and RS III distributive control software.
• Optimize performance of control loops for processing systems.
• Advise operations on process adjustments.

Skills

Installation and calibration of control instrumentation

Troubleshooting electronic systems

Computer literacy

Effective communication

Education

Minimum 2-year technical degree

Job description

Job Summary

The Electronic Control Technician is primarily responsible for installing, calibrating, troubleshooting and maintaining control instrumentation systems for beet and sugar processing systems. As ECT, candidates should be able to install, set up, calibrate, troubleshoot and maintain a wide variety of instrumentation and control throughout the Factory.

Key Responsibilities

• Install control networks and program Delta V and RS III distributive control software and associated hardware.
• Optimize performance of control loops to ensure efficient operation of various processing systems.
• Work closely with operations to gain a detailed understanding of operating parameters, ensuring maintenance interventions are appropriate and effective.
• Advise operations on process adjustments so operating practices can be adjusted correspondingly.
• Understand equipment and system operating principles and fundamentals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2‑year technical degree.
• Minimum three (3) years of instrument shop/electronic experience in all required instrumentation fields.
• Must pass skills and aptitude tests and safety screen.
• Computer literate with strong keyboarding skills, able to navigate a Windows Operating Environment, and competent in word‑processing software.
• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively.

Compensation

$36.13 - $39.74 /hr

Benefits

Eligibility for comprehensive medical insurance starting day one, pension, 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, paid dental, basic life insurance, short‑term disability, voluntary long‑term disability, life insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, service awards, and a 24/7 employee assistance program with access to eight confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.