Electrical Maintenance Technician at Sirmax North America Inc – Anderson, Indiana

Electrical troubleshooting on all line machines as well as other electrical work handed down by management. Low voltage 24 VDC up to 480 VAC. Use of a multimeter and mega tester to troubleshoot problems. There will also be times when electrical panel building is necessary. Strong troubleshooting skills on electrical controls is required. When there is no electrical work available, mechanical work will be performed in accordance with line problems. The technician will also be required to perform weekly preventative maintenance in accordance with the preventative maintenance program.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Hydraulic experience
• Pneumatic experience
• Independent worker
• Responsible for the calibration of feeders.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments to diagnose machine malfunctions.
• Remove defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
• Set up and operate machine tools to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs, fixtures, or tools.
• Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, or equipment.
• Operate cutting torches or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
• Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Control downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. As well as, recording type and cost of maintenance or repair work.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Hydraulic experience
• Pneumatic experience
• Independent worker
• Electrical Experience: 480v ac, switchgear, 24vdc, 110vac
• proficient in PLC’s (This should include touchscreens, changing values and bits, and installs.)
• Controls troubleshooting with a multimeter
• Ability to read and follow wiring diagrams
• Power factor correction system knowledge

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma.
• Associates degree or trade school certificate
• 5+ Years’ electrical experience in a manufacturing/engineering environment

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing
• Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly
• Not afraid of confined spaces
• Not afraid of heights