Electrical Technician

Description

BUILD IT- Electrical Technicians are responsible for electrical assembly and interconnection of PRI systems during the assembly process. You will literally “build it” using your skill and knowledge of electrical assembly with minimal oversight.

OWN IT- This is a critical role for the company; this position ensures proper operation of the system to make sure it works as designed and meets functional and customer driven specifications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & FUNCTIONS

• Install code compliant raceways, pull and terminate cables, and test control panels and instruments
• Work closely with Engineering, Project Management, plus all other departments in Manufacturing
• Ensure that electrical installations comply with Class 1 Division 1 & 2 locations and Intrinsically Safe electrical requirements per the National Electric Code
• Review electrical drawings and bill of materials required to assemble panels
• Install, pipe, and wire industrial control panels, piping interconnects, and cable raceways
• Cut openings, mount parts, drill/tap holes as needed
• Install all necessary cables and wires to their proper connections inside the enclosures and device end-point terminations
• Test and troubleshoot completed systems and make necessary corrections
• Record data and write reports to provide feedback to engineering on future design improvement ideas
• Maintain an organized, safe, and clean work area
• Understand the operation of all equipment to ensure proper assembly and operation
• Provide assistance to other areas of Manufacturing as needed
• Some travel to customer sites to support field service requests

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Certificate or equivalent education/experience in industrial controls or electrical automation technology; degree in Control Systems Technology, Electrical Technology or equivalent program preferred
• Demonstrated aptitude for working with electro-mechanical systems such as pumps, piping, pneumatics, PLC’s, liquid level controls, etc.; Strong understanding of electrical schematics and PLC’s.
• Demonstrated knowledge of PLC controls
• Previous experience with Safety procedures such as lockout/tagout, arc flash protection, and confined space entry
• Experience writing reports and reviewing project files
• Strong communication skills; ability to perform in pressure situations; ability to be flexible
• Able to work both independently with little supervision and as part of a team, all with a high degree of professionalism
• Maneuver heavy equipment, up to 50lbs of lifting required
• Hands on experience with fabrication and service of large process equipment
• Advanced understanding of process flow schematics, P&ID’s, electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Safe operation of hand and power tools

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
• Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Standing: Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to-position.
• Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward
• Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.