Electrical Technician

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Job Summary:

The Electrical Technician applies knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles to build and install control boxes and control panels that meet design specifications.  He or she also trouble shoots control systems during fabrication, commissioning, and startup of equipment. Lastly, the electrical technician performs initial testing on all newly designed equipment before it is shipped to a customer’s location.

Education:

Required:  High school diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:  Associate’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Applied Electrical Technology, or Engineering Technology.

Experience:

Required:  Minimum of 1 year relevant experience in the electrical/electronic fields are required and the ability to demonstrate high proficiency in these areas.

Preferred:  2 years of prior experience manufacturing electrical panels and be familiar with reading, comprehending and building from design blueprints and schematics.   

POSITION REQUIREMENT(S): Specialized Skills/License/Certification

Required:  Must be able to use electrical test equipment and all wiring related tools. Keen sense of attention to detail, highly safety conscious, high level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, oral and written communications skills.

Preferred:  Ability to download and troubleshoot PLC Programs.

Core Competencies (Essential Job Functions):

• Basic electrical knowledge of low and high voltage and the ability to troubleshoot, pull and label wire in panels. 
• Ability to bend, run and attach rigid conduit. 
• Ability to read and understand blue prints, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams. 
• Working knowledge of PLC’s, AC and DC drives, operators interface terminals, etc. 
• Ability to work on own and as part of a team essential. 
• Completes special projects upon requests, and other duties may be assigned.
• Troubleshoot faults and breakdowns using: blueprints, manuals, manufacturer specifications, machine diagnosis, control parameters, PLC ladder diagrams and experience.
• Assemble electrical and electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering data and knowledge of electrical principles, using hand tools and measuring instruments.
• Extensive knowledge of PLC’s, AC and DC drives, operators interface terminals, etc.
• Replace back up batteries, encoders, servomotors, drives, cabling, sensors, switches, transducers, breakers, fuses, relays, contactors, etc Regulate equipment as necessary for the work performed. Provide technical assistance and resolution when electrical or engineering problems are encountered before, during, and after construction.
• Make minor repairs to equipment and support equipment.
• Inspect and clean equipment.
• Train entry level employees up to Level 2.
• Can perform all preventative maintenance on the equipment. 
• Perform problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Coaches and trains employees on the position and proper execution of duties.
• Exhibits detailed knowledge of all equipment, machines, and duties.
• Examine specifications of the customer's order using drawings, work orders, or blueprints to determine the characteristics of the finished item, materials to be used, and machine setup requirements as well as ensure product meets desired standards/ specifications.
• Under limited supervision, relies on experience and exercises independent judgment to determine best approach to achieve desired outcomes.
• Course of action is often determined by interpreting procedures and policies.
• Work typically involves periodic review of output by supervisor or direct "customers" of the process.
• Lead field crew during installation of equipment

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!