Maintenance Controls Tech

Job Summary

This position maintains and improves the control system reliability of automated production equipment. When production system performance falls below acceptable levels, they must support troubleshooting efforts to avoid or minimize interruptions to production. A successful controls technician has a keen eye for details an electrical aptitude and is very comfortable with computers and industrial controls software.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead troubleshooter for electrical/automation issues on their respective shift. Assisting other electrical and mechanical technicians with preventative maintenance, breakdowns and misc. work orders as needed.
• Installs, configures, maintains, or replaces industrial control devices such as HMIs, VFDs, PLCs.
• Responds to significant plant downtime events and initiates problem solving activities.
• Support implementation and improvement of preventive/predictive maintenance programs.
• Supports new equipment installation and startup.
• Select and procure replacement or upgrade hardware.
• Perform needed calibration of electrical control components.
• Work with controls engineering on controls-related projects.
• Evaluate electrical equipment operation and suggest necessary action when malfunctions occur, or improvements are needed.
• Complete preventive maintenance work orders. Capture and communicate associated data.
• Maintain plant electrical control systems on equipment such as mixers, conveyors, compressors, hydraulics, motors, pneumatics, and pumps.
• Research information required to maintain hardware and modify software. Attend training classes.
• Comply with regulatory, Carlisle, & departmental policies, procedures, & standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge

• Experience with wiring and programming Allen Bradley CompactLogix and ControlLogix & GE/Emerson 9030 and RX3i PLCs controls Preferred.
• Knowledge of PLC language (ladder logic, structured text, etc.) .
• Proficient in configuring, modifying, and troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, sensors, DC drives, VFDs etc.
• Industrial electrical AC/DC troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems preferred.
• High degree of skill with PCs and networking (installing software, changing adapter settings, navigating directory structures, change IP address, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to utilize electrical instruments, such as multimeters, in troubleshooting control systems.
• Awareness of electrical codes such as NEC.
• Inter-Personnel Skills – Including the ability to be a team player. The ability to pass on information & training to others.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to interpret and redline electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with electrical safe work practices.
• Critical thinking, troubleshooting and problem-solving ability.
• Understanding of OSHA and related industrial safety protocols.

 

Competencies

• Teamwork
  • Builds trust with others by encouraging open dialogue and collaboration. Seeks diverse perspectives to create stronger solutions.
• Managing Change
  • Able to keep on track despite difficulties or barriers that may be encountered. Addresses conflict to find common ground solutions.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Retains a mindset of always striving to make things better. Applies continuous improvement tools and processes to every aspect of the role.
• Customer Focus
  • Listens to understand the needs of customers (internal and external). Builds trusting relationships and seeks innovative solutions for all customers. Always has the customer’s needs top of mind.
• Continuous Learning
  • Understands individual strengths and opportunity areas and seeks development opportunities to leverage strengths and lean into opportunity areas. Open to both giving and receiving feedback.