Carlisle Construction Materials · 1 hour ago
Electrical Controls Technician
Carlisle, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expCarlisle Construction Materials is focused on maintaining and improving the reliability of control systems for automated production equipment. The Electrical Controls Technician will troubleshoot electrical and automation issues, support preventive maintenance, and assist with new equipment installation while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Building MaterialManufacturingService Industry
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
Qualification
Required
Experience with wiring and programming Allen Bradley CompactLogix and ControlLogix & GE/Emerson 9030 and RX3i PLCs controls
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
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
High School Diploma or GED and degree from technical school, or industrial maintenance certifications (PLC, Machine Logic, etc.)
Equivalent experience: High School Diploma or GED and 5+ years experience working as a control technician in an industrial manufacturing environment
Technical military specialties considered
Lifting – must be able to lift up to 50lbs
Pushing & Pulling – must be able to push and pull up to 50 lbs
Bending & Stooping – must be able to bend and stoop while working on low areas of machines
Reaching – must be able to reach above shoulder level
Climbing – while using stairs or ladders
Walking – must be able to walk to and from different areas of the Carlisle campus
Standing – must be able to stand for the majority of the shift
Sitting – while working at computers
Sight – must be able to see and recognize hazards, warnings, and equipment malfunctions
Grasping & Dexterity – must be able to use fingers and hands to operate tools
Talking & Hearing – must be able to effectively communicate with team members, supervisors, management, and other employees on the Carlisle campus
Preferred
Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems
Company
Carlisle Construction Materials
Carlisle Construction Materials is a manufacturer and supplier of building products.
Founded in 1993Carlisle, Pennsylvania, USA
1001-5000 employees
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