Mechanical/Electrical Field Service Technician

Intralox; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401K

Flexible spending account

Life and AD&D insurance

Long term care

Tuition reimbursement

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Intralox, L.L.C., a division of Laitram, is seeking a Mechanical/Electrical Field Service Technician to support troubleshooting and repair at customer locations across the United States. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude and industrial electrical controls experience, including knowledge of control panels and field components.

The position involves collaborating with subcontractors for installation, leading training and repair efforts, and performing factory acceptance tests with the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years as Mechanical or Electrical Technician in an industrial setting with automated equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings; electrical schematic reading is a plus.
• Independent installer, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical/electrical control systems.
• Able to self-teach using manufacturer manuals.
• Solid mechanical basics; advanced skills preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical/electrical control systems and equipment.
• Collaborate with subcontractors for installation of equipment at customer sites.
• Lead training, troubleshooting, and repair/adjustment of mechanical/electrical control systems.
• Work with Test Engineering Group and perform factory acceptance tests of finished equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical controls

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Mechanical/Electrical Field Service Technician

Location: New Orleans, LA, Hammond, LA, Baltimore/Washington D.C., Grand Rapids, MI, Twinsburg, OH. US - Southeast Region, US - Northeast Region, US - West Coast Region, US - Midwest Region, US - Pacific Northwest Region, US - Southwest Region, US - Remote

Job Category: Customer Service & Technical Support, Manufacturing & Production Division Intralox

Job Description (General Summary)

Intralox, L.L.C., a division of Laitram, LLC, the world leader in conveyor equipment solutions utilizing modular plastic conveyor belts, has positions available for Mechanical/ Electrical Field Service Technician. This individual will work with our field service teams to assist with the troubleshooting and repair of our products at customer locations throughout the United States. The individual will have strong mechanical aptitude with industrial electrical controls experience, including knowledge of control panels and control panel/ field components. This individual will also provide design and assembly support for industrial conveyor equipment, as available. Intralox is a division of Laitram, L.L.C., with an extensive portfolio of innovative conveyance solutions and services that improve lives and optimize businesses worldwide. Our global workforce of over 3,000 employees in 20+ countries consist of reliable problem solvers, continuously developing and directly delivering solutions that have driven our customers’ growth worldwide for more than 45 years. Intralox was founded on the principle of doing the right thing, by treating customers, employees, and suppliers with honesty, fairness, and respect. We invest heavily in these values and aim to practice our business philosophy principles every day, which is why we have been consistently recognized for innovation and workplace excellence. We believe in the power of a good idea no matter where it comes from, using trust as the foundation to how we work, and that self-managed people are our greatest asset. This position requires a negative pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) due to the customer worksite requirements.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical/ electrical control systems and equipment.
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical subcontractors engaged by Intralox for installation of equipment at customer facilities.
• Lead training, troubleshooting, and repair/ adjustment of mechanical and electrical control systems.
• Work with Test Engineering Group and perform factory acceptance tests of finished equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years experience as a Mechanical or Electrical Technician in an industrial environment with automated production equipment.
• Ability to understand and work from mechanical drawings. Electrical drawing schematic reading is a plus.
• Ability to independently install, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical/ electrical control systems.
• Ability to read and understand manufacturer’s manuals to “self-teach” new technology.
• Basic mechanical expertise, advanced skills desired.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Effective communication (verbal and written) and relationship skills with engineering groups, customers, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Knowledge of electrical panels, motors, drives, networks, and PLCs.
• Methodical approach to troubleshooting and good analytical skills.
• Ability to travel up to 60%, work weekends, holidays and overtime when required, some trips are up to 2-3 weeks long.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and climb ladders.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication.
• A valid driver's license.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of or prior work with industrial conveyor systems
• Adeptness with RSLogix 5000, Studio 5000, RSLogix 500 Rockwell, with Siemens Step 7, and/or TIA Portal
• Experience with the Installation & Programming of Allen Bradley Powerflex Drives
• Experience with bar code scanners and cameras are a plus.

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• disability insurance
• paid time off
• 401K
• flexible spending account
• life and AD&D insurance
• long term care
• tuition reimbursement
• additional voluntary benefits

The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Intralox considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training and key skills. Therefore, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of their salary expectations.

The position is eligible for one of the following: commissions, discretionary incentives, or production incentives according to the terms of those plans.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $19.80 to $43.75

EEO/Vet/Disability Notice

EEO/M/F/Vet/Disabled