Instrumentation & Electrical Technician

Austin Powder; Midway (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Powder is seeking an Instrumentation and Electrical Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and electronic systems, controls, and equipment. You’ll read schematics, assist in calibration standards, and coordinate with the Maintenance Planner on preventive maintenance.

Qualifications include high school diploma or GED, 2+ years related apprenticeship or education, and familiarity with CMMS software. Experience in chemical manufacturing is a plus.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be 18+ years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of apprenticeship, vocational experience or education preferred.
• Experience in explosive or chemical manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, replace, and perform preventative maintenance on electrical and electronic systems and controls.
• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics for installation and repair of instrumentation and distributed control systems.
• Ensure repairs and calibrations comply with company policies and regulations.
• Work with maintenance planner to schedule preventive maintenance.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with safety procedures and lockout/tagout.
• Enter work orders and assist with safety and emergency readiness.

Skills

AC/DC control methods

Electrical troubleshooting

VFDs

PLC/DCS control

Blueprint reading

Instrumentation theory

Safety procedures

Reading schematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Apprenticeship/ Vocational training

Explosive or chemical manufacturing experience

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Join the Family - Come work for an exciting company offering great benefits, challenging opportunities, and colleagues who feel more like family.

Overview

The Instrumentation and Electrical Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, replacing, and performing preventative maintenance on electrical and electronic systems, controls, and equipment. This position reports directly to the I&E Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform inspections, repairs, calibrations, and troubleshooting on equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

• Work with the Maintenance Planner to schedule and complete preventive maintenance on equipment.

• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for installation, commissioning, and repair of all types of process instrumentation and distributed control systems/equipment, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.

• Ensure all repairs and calibrations are in compliance with all company and industrial regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Work with 480-Volt 3 Phase power and equipment controls.

• Assist in defining calibration standards and work procedures.

• Assist in mechanical maintenance as needed.

• Monitor parts inventory levels and communicate any issues to the Maintenance Planner.

• Enter work orders into the system.

• Assist with Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.

• Identify potential safety issues and make recommendations for action or resolution.

• Maintain a clean and organized maintenance shop.

• Aid in Emergency Response (HAZMAT, Confined Space Rescue, and First Aid)

• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• 18+ years of age

• High School Diploma or GED

• 2+ years of apprenticeship, vocational, experience, or education preferred.

• Explosive or chemical manufacturing experience preferred.

Skills and Knowledge

• Must have working knowledge of the following topics: pH, flow, temperature, pressure, conductivity and mass measurements, AC and DC control methods, 24V - 480V, (4160V & 12.47V 3ph) electrical systems and troubleshooting, VFD's, burner controls, smart meters, PLC/DCS control methods, automated systems, vibration monitoring systems, load cells, control valves, blueprint reading, mathematics, and preventive/predictive maintenance.

• Ability to effectively communicate with various departments and team members.

• Ability to wear and work in required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Ability to climb ladders and stairs, lift and carry up to 50Ibs, and work at heights.

• Ability to work overtime as needed, including holidays and weekends.

• Knowledge of control and electrical theory fundamentals.

• Familiar with CMMS software and other required applications.

• Possess basic Microsoft Word & Excel skills.

• Possess basic math skills.

• Possess reading and comprehension skills.

Work Environment

US Nitrogen, LLC operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This position will be exposed to all elements of the weather on the plant site.

Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affluent Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.