Maintenance Technician - D Shift (Nights)

Dal-Tile Corp.; Tennessee; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dal-Tile Corp. in Tennessee is looking for an Electrical Maintenance Technician who will perform complex mechanical duties and a variety of electrical trade functions in a manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting PLCs, maintaining electrical equipment, and implementing process improvements.

The ideal candidate should have at least 4 years of industrial maintenance experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to read and understand technical procedures in English. This role demands attention to detail and safety in a loud working environment.

Qualifications

• 4 or more years of industrial maintenance experience.
• 2 years of industrial electrical experience.
• Ability to score 80% or better on the Industrial Maintenance exam.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical systems.
• Design and troubleshoot program and software for PLCs.
• Lead projects ensuring successful completion and safety.

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Reading blueprints

Industrial maintenance

Basic computer knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in industrial electronics

Tools

Volt meter

Amp meter

Electrical tools

Job description

Shift Hours

6:45 PM - 7 AM (2-2-3 Schedule)

Primary Objective

Performs complex mechanical duties and a variety of electrical trade functions in the installation, maintenance, repair and/or distribution of electrical energy. Installs, maintains and replaces electronic programmable controllers in a manufacturing environment.

Major Function and Scope

• Trouble shoot PLC’s (Programmable Logic Controller) using hand held device or laptop.
• Design and redesign program and software (PLCs, operator panels, etc).
• Format hard drives and install to the computers (Computer Setup) and PC application.
• Installs, maintains or repairs equipment for the generation, distribution or utilization of electrical energy in a manufacturing environment.
• Locates and diagnosis trouble in electrical systems or equipment working from blue prints, drawings, layouts or other specifications.
• Works standard computations related to load requirements of wiring and/or electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of Serial port communication systems, VFD’s (Variable Frequency Drives) and process control instrumentation devices (thermocouples, pressure switches, etc).
• Knowledge of Servomotors and drive units.
• Continuously reviewing their respective area for ideas and thoughts that will drive productivity and reduce costs within the organization and be able to professionally speak to their solution for improvement.
• Process improvement (Plan and submit process improvements and execute the plan)
• Uses a variety of electrician’s tools including measuring and testing instruments.
• Process improvement (Plan and submit process improvements and execute the plan)
• Leads projects and completes them successfully, returning equipment to production operating safely and efficiently.
• Keeps work area safe, clean and organized.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Experience and Knowledge Required

• High school diploma or equivalent experience. Knowledge of electrical code.
• Associate degree in industrial electronics preferred.
• 4 or more years industrial maintenance experience and 2 years industrial electrical experience. Formal PCL training preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge (Microsoft Office).

Competencies

Ability to read blueprints. Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems and PLC’s. Ability to score 80% or better on the Industrial Maintenance exam. Ability to read and understand procedures in English. Ability to test motors and electrical circuits using a voltmeter and amp meter. In depth knowledge of LGV equipment and operation.

Other Pertinent Job Information

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand, use hands, and reach with hands and arms. The associate is required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The associate may be required to sometimes sit, climb or balance. The associate may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position includes close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The associate is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The associate may be exposed to a wide range of temperatures. The noise level is usually loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.