Pratt Industries · 1 day ago
Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
Henderson, KY
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$100K/yr - $100K/yrPratt Industries is seeking an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician who will be responsible for installing, servicing, troubleshooting, and performing maintenance functions on plant equipment. The role requires the technician to work with various electrical systems and ensure safety protocols are followed in a physically demanding environment.
ManufacturingRecycling
Responsibilities
Able to troubleshoot, repair, and wire 120 volt and (3) phase 460 volt AC circuits and electrical equipment
Able to troubleshoot, repair, and wire 24 volt DC control circuits
Basic understanding of Electricity and Instrumentation
Able to troubleshoot, repair, and install distribution systems up to 460 volts
Able to troubleshoot, repair, and install controls: coils contactors, relays, brakes etc
Able to install transformers up to 460 volts
Able to safely rack in and rack out 460 volt, 4160 volt, and 12.47 kV breakers
Able to interpret PID, hydraulic, pneumatic and wiring drawings / diagrams
Able to wire motors single phase, 3 phase 460 volt and 3 phase 4160 volt as per NEC / OSHA codes and Pratt standard operating procedures
Able to use and interpret a Megohm meter
Able to use and interpret a multimeter; volts, amps and ohms
Able to troubleshoot and install switches; proximity, speed, limit, pressure etc
Basic understanding and repair of guiding systems
Able to run and bend conduit and pull wire
Able to troubleshoot control valves and transmitters
General knowledge of electrical and pneumatic systems in mill
Understanding of pneumatic controls including controllers, actuators, positioners, and valves
Demonstrate knowledge of where to find equipment I/O for various processes
Qualification
Required
Post-secondary educational degree (2 to 4 year degree from college, university, technical-school, military, vocational or other advanced educational institution) is required
Able to troubleshoot, repair, and wire 120 volt and (3) phase 460 volt AC circuits and electrical equipment
Able to troubleshoot, repair, and wire 24 volt DC control circuits
Basic understanding of Electricity and Instrumentation
Able to troubleshoot, repair, and install distribution systems up to 460 volts
Able to troubleshoot, repair, and install controls: coils contactors, relays, brakes etc
Able to install transformers up to 460 volts
Able to safely rack in and rack out 460 volt, 4160 volt, and 12.47 kV breakers
Able to interpret PID, hydraulic, pneumatic and wiring drawings / diagrams
Able to wire motors single phase, 3 phase 460 volt and 3 phase 4160 volt as per NEC / OSHA codes and Pratt standard operating procedures
Able to use and interpret a Megohm meter
Able to use and interpret a multimeter; volts, amps and ohms
Able to troubleshoot and install switches; proximity, speed, limit, pressure etc
Basic understanding and repair of guiding systems
Able to run and bend conduit and pull wire
Able to troubleshoot control valves and transmitters
General knowledge of electrical and pneumatic systems in mill
Understanding of pneumatic controls including controllers, actuators, positioners, and valves
Demonstrate knowledge of where to find equipment I/O for various processes
Must be able to read orders & prepare reports legibly and properly
Must be able to communicate orally with all personnel in the plant
Must be able to operate a calculator for basic mathematical computations
Basic typing skills are essential because shift logs, reports, and emails must be composed
The Electrical and Instrumentation Technician must be able to work with hand and power tools and requires manual dexterity with both hands
Must be able climb in and out of motorized equipment and be able to operate two foot pedals as well as operate both hands/arms for driving and lift controls
Must have excellent depth perception to maneuver motorized equipment around crowded areas with co-workers nearby
Manual lifting of items is frequent
Must be able to move, position, and climb ladders in a safe manner
It is plant policy to work in a safe manner
All Electrical and Instrumentation Technicians must ensure guards are in place, follow plant & safety rules, policies, and procedures
Must secure all open electrical panels and insure that all abandoned wiring is disconnected from all power sources
Must follow the posted PPE requirements for arc-flash protection
PPE must be worn per posted plant regulations when work on energized circuits is required
Eye protection must be worn when cutting, drilling or other machining operations are performed
Hearing protection must be worn at all times
Must follow lockout/ tag out procedures and assist with lockout/tag out for maintenance and operations tasks
Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic circuits is necessary to help insure safe lockout/tag outs
Must be able to lift items up to 50 lbs. in a safe manner and determine when help is needed to lift heavier items
Attendance to all Safety Meetings is mandatory
Electrical and Instrumentation Technicians must be able to physically change valves, transmitters, and small motors as needed
Must be able to observe immediate and overall areas for electrical hazards and take appropriate action
Simple rigging skills are required
Sweeping and mopping MCC and other work areas and emptying garbage cans is required
Cleaning up leaks and spills is required as needed
Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (glasses, ear plugs, shoes, gloves, etc…)
Drug testing/Screening, Background Checks, Physical exam, and Reference Checks
Demonstrates a proven record of learning aptitude
Participate in ongoing educational certificate training program provided
Housekeeping, including washing up, sweeping, and shoveling debris
Working knowledge of equipment design for process troubleshooting
Perform other tasks as required by Mill Management
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
Supplemental Spouse & Child Life Insurance plans
Child Bearing & Parental Leave
401K Plan with Company Match
Paid Holidays/Paid Vacation
Company Provided Uniforms & Safety Shoe & Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement / Assistance Program
Healthy Lifestyles Program
Virgin Pulse Fitness Tracking Program
Income Protection Plans
Legal and Travel Assistance Plans
EAP/Home Auto Insurance Plans
Wireless/Auto/Discount Plans
Company
Pratt Industries
Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held 100% recycled paper company.
Founded in 1985
10001+ employees
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