Instrument & Electrical Tech
Ascensus Specialties - Evans City, PA
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Instrument & Electrical TechApplication Deadline: 15 March 2025Department: MaintenanceEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Evans City, PAReporting To: Maint. SupervisorCompensation: $37.08 - $42.50 hourDescriptionThe Instrument & Electrical Technician ensures the safe, consistent operation of the site's control loops and low-voltage electrical distribution. They are a subject matter expert within the Maintenance & Engineering group, often collaborating with Maintenance Technicians, Board Operators, Engineers, and Contractors. The Instrument & Electrical Technician uses codes, manuals, and industry best practices to develop and execute site-specific maintenance work. This position performs both preventative and reactive work, and often participates in process troubleshooting and new equipment installation. Key Responsibilities•Perform field preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and occasional installation of instrumentation and electronic controls in a timely, accurate, and safe manner.o Calibrate pressure, temperature, flow, level transmitters and switches, as well as various other related instrumentation.o Troubleshoot IO wiring circuits of DeltaV distributed control system, generally related to solenoids, IP transducers, limit switches, motor starters, and transmitters.o Troubleshoot motor control circuits, including variable frequency drives.o Assist in the commissioning and acceptance of new installations performed by others.•Perform field maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and occasional installation of low-voltage (0-600V) systems in a timely, accurate, and safe manner.o Partner with licensed electrician and other contractors in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of low-voltage systems.o Assist in the commissioning and acceptance of new installations performed by others.•Ensure awareness and safe conduct around medium-voltage (600V - 15kV) distribution.o Submit findings to supervision for licensed electrician troubleshooting or repair services.•Document work order and troubleshooting activities in maintenance management system.o Maintain calibration records in accordance with site policy.o Review and update maintenance procedures to improve planning and execution of routine work.o Update drawings and manuals with relevant information.•Act in accordance with regulations, codes, and site policies to promote a strong safety culture.o Assist in the isolation and lockout of electrical distribution.o Identify and report safety issues to supervision and management, correcting issues where possible.•Work with operations, engineering, supervision, and management to identify and execute on opportunities for improvement.•Periodically attend off-site training to improve skillset and discover new technologies for implementation.•Provide training and mentorship to interested employees to improve sitewide knowledge of control technology and electrical distribution.QualificationsBasic Qualifications:•High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent•5+ years relevant experience in an industrial environment, performing service and troubleshooting on controls systems and low-voltage electrical distributiono Direct experience troubleshooting with a multimetero Direct experience calibrating and troubleshooting 4-20 mA instruments and associated control loopso Direct experience with three-phase motor and variable frequency drive troubleshootingo Demonstrated understanding of IO controllers and interlock logicPrior training and demonstrated experience (qualified person) with NECNFPA 70E Electrical Safety Standards Prior experience with construction and maintenance in an electrically classified areaPrior arc flash training including PPE selectionExperience writing, reviewing, and editing maintenance proceduresAbility to interpret relevant drawings - Single-Line Diagram, Ladder Logic, Motor Schematic, and P&IDAbility to work with vendors to deliver specifications and obtain quotes for direct and in-kind replacements.Prefer:Associate degree or certificate in related technical discipline - Engineering Technology, Electrical ConstructionDistribution Technology, Instrumentation, Automation, MechatronicsPrior experience with DeltaV DCSPrior experience with ammeters, oscilloscopes, and loop calibratorsPrior experience in a PSM covered manufacturing environmentPrior experience troubleshooting and repairing scalesPrior experience with Burner Management SystemsBenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision - effective day one of employment.401(k) with company match with immediate vesting - effective first of the month, following date of hire.First 3% is matched dollar-for-dollar. Second 3% is matched at 70 cents on the dollar. 3 Weeks' Vacation.12 Paid Holidays.Basic Life, AD&D, STD, and LTD provided at no cost to employee.
Created: 2025-03-04