Electrical Technician (Illinois)

Job description

Are you ready to shape the future with us?

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The maintenance electrical technician is responsible for systematic troubleshooting, efficient, accurate diagnosis of the root cause and sustainable quality repairs to production equipment. They will track their work via SAP-PM software and give accurate, detailed feedback about the fault & repair to enable structured analysis of the data recorded and elimination of a recurrence.

• Troubleshoot and make quality repairs to AC and DC electrical control systems (PLC, IPC, Hardwire and field devices)
• Troubleshoot and make quality repairs to AC and DC, motors, drives, servo systems in the plant.

Diagnose problems using the following tools

• Digital multimeter, schematics, PLC/Drive logic SW diagnostic tools, and other specialty software as needed.
• Replace defective control system components, recommission and verify correct operations according to the process.
• Use an iPad to accurately track working time and details about the repair in SAP/PUMA.
• Communicate with maintenance, engineering and production personnel in a positive and professional manner.
• Follow LOTO procedures and wear proper PPE to maintain a safe working environment.
• Execute small mechanical repairs
• Troubleshoot and repair/replace computer/IPC hardware including backing up of SW according to procedures.
• Maintain power transformers. (4160, 460, 460/110) and lighting transformers. (4160/277)
• Assist the Area Engineer in keeping the maintenance of web pages up to date by identifying obsolete information, adding new instructions, drawings and manuals.
• Be compliant with all plant, corporate, Continental, safety, Illinois and government codes, standards and policies.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or Department Manager.
• Assist maintenance supervisor in daily duties.
• Be available for vacancy coverage and overtime as required from time to time.
• Maintain a clean, organized and professional workspace (Toolbox and equipment where work is executed)

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electronics, Manufacturing Technology, or similar or Successful passing of the electrical test and having 3-5 years of industrial electrical experience or completing the Rockwell program.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• Continental is not able to pay relocation expenses for this opportunity.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous manufacturing facility experience Environment Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures/ guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as hearing protection and steel toe shoes.

The job is within a non-climate controlled environment where you will be exposed to temperature swings (hot/cold), dust, forklift and pedestrian traffic, and noise. The role involves various physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and operating machinery, with comprehensive training provided.