Instrument & Electrical Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

AdvanSix is seeking an Instrumentation-Electrical (I&E) Technician to diagnose, service, troubleshoot and maintain instrument and electrical systems, PLCs, and motor controls. The role requires an associate degree and 5+ years of I&E maintenance experience, with ability to read complex drawings and work across hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Work involves high- and low-voltage environments and strict safety practices.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in industrial electrical/electronic technology or similar.
• Five years of instrumentation-electrical maintenance experience.
• Ability to read electrical/electronic drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of PLCs and CNCs.
• Knowledge of 480 Volt MCC and power distribution systems.
• Basic programming knowledge; troubleshooting preferred.
• Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics preferred.
• Strong communication in English.
• Organizational skills and multitasking.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Able to operate hand, power, diagnostic and machine tools.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting of critical equipment upon failure.
• Troubleshoot AC and DC electronics.
• Use electronic test equipment (VOM, oscilloscope, megger, calibrators).
• Read/interpret electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and instrumentation drawings.
• Install, troubleshoot, maintain and repair PLC and/or DCS hardware, software and controls.
• Diagnose and repair AC and DC motors and control circuits.
• Maintain MCC and power distribution systems.
• Replace electrical control devices and instrumentation components.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Move and set up equipment as needed.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

PLC control

CNC knowledge

English proficiency

Education

Associate's degree in industrial electrical/electronic technology

Tools

PLCs & CNCs

VOM

Oscilloscope

Megger

Calibrators

Job description

AdvanSix plays a critical role in global supply chains, innovating and delivering essential products for our customers in a wide variety of end markets and applications that touch people’s lives, such as building and construction, fertilizers, plastics, solvents, packaging, paints, coatings, adhesives, and electronics. Our reliable and sustainable supply of quality products emerges from the vertically integrated value chain of our three U.S. based manufacturing facilities. AdvanSix strives to deliver best-in-class customer experiences and differentiated products in the industries of nylon solutions, chemical intermediates, and plant nutrients, guided by our core values of Safety, Integrity, Accountability and Respect.

Please view a short video about our company here, AdvanSix Video. For more information on AdvanSix, please visit our website at http://www.advansix.com

Why work at AdvanSix?

• We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being
• Total Rewards program includes a competitive compensation, health, dental, vision & wellness programs, paid vacation, 401K with company matching, health savings programs, disability & life insurance, employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development
• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences

Position Summary

The Instrumentation-Electrical (I&E) Technician diagnoses instrument and electrical systems problems. I&E Technician services, troubleshoots, repairs and/or replaces, aligns, and maintains instrument and electrical instrument systems, system components, motor control circuits, power supplies, and PLCs.

Duties And 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
• Employees shall work in a safe, efficient, and reliable manner consistent with Company policies, procedures, and established work practices

Basic 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
• Demonstrated knowledge of 480 Volt MCC and Power Distribution Systems
• Basic programming knowledge with the ability to understand code and troubleshooting desired
• Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics desired
• Mechanical background to include troubleshooting skills desired
• Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend the English required
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a diverse set of cross functional groups
• Proven organizational skills and ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks
• Proficient computer skills are required to effectively use requisite software applications
• Able to operate various types of equipment including hand, power, diagnostic, and machine tools

Physical Demands

• Must be able to safely lift up to 50 lbs. individually and up to 100 lbs. with assistance
• Requires frequent reaching, twisting, walking, stretching, bending, kneeling, climbing and stooping movements
• Must be able to work in non-climate-controlled environment and around heated equipment
• Ability to wear and work-in required personal protective equipment
• Participation in the Plant Emergency Response Team is a condition of employment

The hourly rate for this position is $35.00 to $45.00.

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include periodic pay rate adjustments based on market competitiveness. Hired applicants will be eligible for paid holidays, paid time off including vacation, eligibility to purchase company stock, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K with a competitive company match. Certain roles may be eligible for discretionary financial benefits such as incentive pay, equity awards, and participation in a deferred compensation plan.

Hired applicants will be eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings account eligibility, employer-provided short term disability benefits, eligibility to purchase long term disability benefits, employer-provided basic life insurance and eligibility to purchase voluntary life coverages.

The pay range, incentives and benefits listed above are general guidelines only andnot a guarantee oftotal compensation or benefits. The final offer will depend on multiple factors, including but notlimitedto, the responsibilities of the job,experience, education, knowledge, skills,and abilities, as well as the job location, applicability of a collective bargaining agreement, length of service, internal equity, andalignment with marketdata. The incentive pay is dependent on your role, business results and individual performance. All aspects of total rewards offered are subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.

At AdvanSix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past work experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to still apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

AdvanSix is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, veteran status, or any other protected classification.

To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of AdvanSix about this opening. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at AdvanSix via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of AdvanSix, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by AdvanSix for this position and a valid agreement with AdvanSix is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the AdvanSix agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.