Startup Technician

Our Startup Technicians are responsible for the commissioning and training of customers for NorthWind's product offerings. They collaborate with our customers to ensure successful onsite startup, testing and I/O checkout of control systems.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Startup customer projects. 

• Interface with the customer, mechanical and electrical installers, etc.  

• Confirm equipment installation matches the flow diagram  

• Answer questions regarding the electrical drawings and other items within the NorthWind scope of work. 

• Basic Ethernet communication setup of VFDs, remote I/O Racks, Scales, etc. 

• I/O checkout – from the field device to the graphics 

• Provide support to the programmer during sequence testing and initial operation 

• Assist with or provide customer training. 

• Travel required – must have a valid driver’s license  

Knowledge and Skill Requirements: 

• Electrical experience, understanding of controls, ability to troubleshoot and use a computer required 

Required Qualifications: 

• Minimum of 2 year degree in electrical or related field of training 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Two years’ experience preferred 

Physical Abilities/Work Environment: 

Includes but is not limited to the following: 

• Climbing, kneeling, reaching, and finger mobility 

• Occasionally exerting up to 20 pounds of force 

• Subject to temperature changes, noise, or hazards