JOB DESCRIPTION:

Performs work to trouble shoot electrical systems(ie, PLC's, VFD and PWM Drives, servo motors and related systems), understanding schematics and blueprints, troubleshooting mechanical as well as electrical problems, replacing or fixing components, and conducting regular maintenance checks to ensure that electrical/mechanical systems function smoothly and efficiently.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, & upgrade all electrical systems, including programmable controllers, PLC's and Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi and Fanuc equipment within the plant.
• Receives wiring diagrams, drawings, specification and instructions covering scheduled and emergency repair, installation and inspection work to be done.
• Must have the ability, when required, to repair equipment/components without the use of wiring diagrams, drawings, specifications and/or instructions.
• Plans & performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical and electronic theory & principles, wiring specifications, codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
• Will be required to analyze all types of circuits, wiring diagrams, drawings, specifications and instructions covering scheduled and emergency repair, etc.
• Install, repair, modification, preventative maintenance, etc.., and simplifying, adjusting any and all electrical units, electronic controls, components, and related wiring
• Adhere to all safety regulations and report any hazards that may compromise a safe workplace.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND ABILITIES:

• Must have a minimum of eight (8) years' experience in the trade working with industrial automation or a degree in Industrial Maintenance Technology or related field.
• Extensive experience in Industrial Automation including six-axis robotics, preferably Fanuc and/or Motoman
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams
• Ability to read and interpret drawings (Electrical, Mechanical, Hydraulic and Pneumatic)
• Extensive experience with Electrical and electronic tools and gauges.
• Knowledge of hand tools, drill press, lathe and mill, electric drills, Welding (Mig), pipe threading machine, acetylene torch, soldering iron, etc.

• General manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of electrical tools, combination squares, precision measuring equipment, electronic test equipment, along with various other tools common to this trade.
• Must be able to work; overtime, different shifts (i.e. 1st, 2nd and 3rd) as needed, must also be able to work Saturdays, Sundays and holidays if required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Able to sit, kneel, squat or bend, for long lengths of times.
• Able to walk and/or stand for extended periods.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. repeatable if necessary.
• Ability to work closely with supervision and fellow employees
• Ability to read, write and comprehend verbal and written instructions
• Able to operate man lifts
• Setup and climb ladders.
• Able to grasp and manipulate small objects such as screws, rivets, wire terminals, etc.