Automation Technician I

Full-time, non-exempt position in the Disposals business unit, reporting to the Operations Manager. Travel required.

About the role

Select’s Automation Technician is a field position focusing primarily on the installation, setup, and repair/troubleshooting of primarily electrical and mechanical automation devices and systems. Additionally, the service technician will work with the operations team to advise and train on proper use of said systems.

Responsibilities

Installation/Repair

• Wiring termination of various devices in automation controllers.
• Installation of level, pressure, flow and communication devices.
• Field assembly/repair of various automation equipment.

Quality Assurance and Troubleshooting

• Maintains working understanding of manufacturer guidelines for installation and maintenance of sensitive equipment.
• Reviews work of field personnel and vendors ensuring high quality and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures.

Training

• Provides on-site training to supervisors and field personnel for new processes and technologies.
• Provides on-site and over-the-phone troubleshooting support to supervisors and field personnel on new processes and technologies.
• Provides feedback on work performance and knowledge level of field personnel to automation manager.
• Advises manager on required knowledge and observed knowledge gaps.

Documentation

• Compiles data and generates reports.
• Provides feedback to management on process improvement.

Additional Responsibilities

• Driving trucks and other vehicles to transport equipment, personnel and perform job tasks.
• Attending and successfully completing training as directed for DOT, OSHA and safety.
• Basic data entry into computer systems.
• Attend meetings and training sessions.
• Daily travel to various locations, both in and out of state.
• Field collection of data and/or samples.

Other duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• Possesses honesty, integrity, and respect for the inviolability of reporting to clients and supervisors.
• Appreciates and cultivates a continuous commitment to safety for self and others.
• Is self-directed and able to work independently on a day-to-day basis while supporting initiatives, targets, and directions from Upper Management.
• General working knowledge of electronics and electrical equipment e.g. level, pressure, flow and communication devices.
• Technical writing.
• Able to read and write at a professional level in