Job Description

Electrical Technician for Manufacturing Facility in Jacksonville, Texas

We are seeking a qualified Electrical Technician to provide support to the Manufacturing, Maintenance and Quality groups within our new start up manufacturing facility in Jacksonville, Texas.  

General Job Description:

Conducts, maintains, tests and repairs electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components. Applies knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation. Provides skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to all areas of Manufacturing.

Specific Responsibilities: 

• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment including but not limited to programmable controls (Siemens Controllers a plus), numeral controls, power supplies, drives, gages and test equipment. 
• Plans and performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
• Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.
• Advises operators and line mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
• Informs appropriate management and line mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance functions as directed. 
• Assists maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting. 
• Assists and trains other maintenance and/or other technical level employees.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of proven experience in electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic fields are required and the ability to demonstrate high proficiency in these areas. 
• Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 
• A thorough knowledge of electrical/ electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes. 
• Must be able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment and especially must be able to interface and communicate with line operators to assist with repairs and troubleshooting.
• Must be able to work mandatory overtime as needed
• Must be able to work multiple shifts as needed
• Computer experience/operation and PLC programming are necessary. 
• High degree of precision working with minimum tolerances required.
• Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair work.
• Must be highly safety conscious.
• Exposed to high voltage electricity.
• Ability to work in a team environment

Education: 

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma preferred
• Two-year technical degree or accredited apprenticeship program or the equivalent in a technical field is required. 

Supervisory responsibilities:  None

Work environment:

• Manufacturing facility containing metals melting, forming, and fabrication utilizing cranes, & forklifts.
  • Fast-paced working environment, extremely hot at times.
  • Must be able to walk extensively during the workday and stand for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to wear required Personal Protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time.
  • May include working all 3 shifts, as needed.
  • Computer work.

Travel: Domestic and International during start-up phase for training purposes.   Occasional travel after year 1.