I&E Technician: PLCs, Motors & Controls Expert

AdvanSix; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401K with company matching

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Stock purchase program

Job summary

AdvanSix is seeking an Instrumentation-Electrical Technician to diagnose, service, troubleshoot, repair and maintain instrument and electrical systems, components, motor controls and PLCs across our facilities in Newport News, VA.

The role emphasizes diagnosing complex equipment issues, reading schematics, and performing preventive maintenance, with a focus on safety and reliability in a high-voltage environment. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in industrial electrical/electronic technology, industrial maintenance or similar certification.
• Five years industrial experience Instrumentation-Electrical Maintenance experience.
• Ability to read/interpret electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, instrumentation drawings and schematics.
• Demonstrated knowledge of PLCs and CNCs.
• Basic programming knowledge with the ability to understand code and troubleshooting desired.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting of critical equipment upon failure.
• Troubleshoot AC and DC Electronics.
• Use Electronic Test Equipment (VOM, O-Scope, Megger, Calibrators, etc.).
• Apply Electrical Codes and Standards.
• Read/Interpret Electrical, Electronic, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and Instrumentation Drawings, Schematics, and Technical Manuals.
• Install, Troubleshoot, Maintain and Repair PLC and/or DCS Hardware, Software and Controls.
• Diagnose and repair AC & DC Motors and Control Circuits.
• Maintain 480/240 Volt 3 phase MCC and Power Distribution Systems.
• Replace Electrical Control Devices (Limit, Proximity and Photo Switches, Pneumatic and Hydraulic Valves, etc.).
• Repair Instrumentation and Control Devices (Pressure, Flow, Level Temperature, etc.).
• Standard electrical installations including bend conduit and pull wire.
• Perform Preventive and Predictive maintenance.
• Move and set up equipment as needed.
• Wire equipment and electrical drops within a high voltage area.
• Install and repair electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic industrial equipment.
• Operate aerial work platforms.

Skills

Reading drawings

Electrical troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

Preventive/Predictive maintenance

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree in industrial electrical/electronic technology

Tools

PLCs

CNCs

Job description

AdvanSix is seeking an Instrumentation-Electrical Technician to diagnose, service, troubleshoot, repair and maintain instrument and electrical systems, components, motor controls and PLCs across our facilities in Newport News, VA.

The role emphasizes diagnosing complex equipment issues, reading schematics, and performing preventive maintenance, with a focus on safety and reliability in a high-voltage environment. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany the position.