Pentair · 2 days ago
Automation & Controls Technician III 1st Shift
Pentair is a global company committed to improving lives and the environment through sustainable innovations. The Automation & Controls Technician III will be responsible for safely installing, inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining production and facility equipment while utilizing Lean tools to improve operational metrics.
ElectronicsIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturingWater
Responsibilities
Follow all Pentair and department policies and procedures
Complete all assigned tasks in a safe, professional, and timely manner
Work regular schedule and overtime when requested
Improve skills and increase knowledge relating to the job
Perform work with no supervision required
Train others
Ensures effective communication between shifts and team by following documentation procedures and standards
Develop and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization
Qualification
Required
Full ability to read and communicate in English
Minimum of 3-5 years' related work experience as a maintenance or industrial tech
Full ability to frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, lift, and reach with hands and arms
Full knowledge of safe work practices including but not limited to: Hazardous materials awareness with OSHA's Right-to-Know standard, Fork truck /PIT certified, PPE requirements, Fire safety, Lockout/Tagout procedure, Hot work procedure
Full understanding of or the ability to follow Pentair's machine guarding, new equipment, and all safety processes / standards
Full ability to read mechanical blueprints
Full ability to read pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical schematics
Full ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and plumbing equipment
Full ability to program robots, using software or interactive programming techniques, to perform simple or complex tasks (Fanuc, Wittman, etc.)
Full ability to perform robot calibration, troubleshoot failures and implement repairs
Responsible for maintaining and programming programmable logic controllers (PLC) and computer process controls
Full ability to identify root causes and make recommendations for improved operation
Full ability to operate maintenance equipment including hand and power tools
Full ability to operate most diagnostic equipment including: Digital or analog volt/amp/ohm meter, Oscilloscope, Data logger, Thermographic camera, Electric circuit analyzers
Full computer skills to use applications such as but not limited to: Smart Maintenance programs (Maintenance Connection / CMMS), LabView, HMI software, PLC programming software (Automation Direct, Allen-Bradley, Siemens)
Successfully attended, passed, or demonstrated the equivalent knowledge or skill level of at least eight of the following courses/certifications/licenses: DC/AC Electricity, high voltage paneling, or other electrical including an Electrician's license, Manual or CNC machining or machinist apprenticeship, Welding, HVAC, PLC, controls, or mechatronics, Hydraulics/Pneumatics, Motors and Controls, AutoCAD, Injection Molding, Other pre-approved, job-related activity
Ensures effective communication between shifts and team by following documentation procedures and standards
Develop and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization
Associate's degree or a minimum of 3-5 years related work experience as a maintenance or industrial tech
Preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
Benefits
Health benefits
A generous 401(k)
Employee stock purchase program
Disability benefits
Life insurance
Critical illness insurance
Accident insurance
Parental leave
Caregiver leave
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Wellness programs to encourage a healthy work/life balance
Company
Pentair
Pentair produces water disposal pumps, filter housings, valves, tanks, and commercial pool equipment.
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Funding
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