Electrical Technician III

About the Role

This hands-on technical role involves 70% travel, offering the opportunity to work across a variety of facilities and projects. You'll commission, test, and troubleshoot machine and process control systems while seeing the direct results of your work.

Responsibilities

• Commission, test, and troubleshoot machine and process control systems
• Build, wire, modify, and repair electrical equipment and controls
• Work with PLCs, HMIs, electrical schematics, and automation systems
• Diagnose and resolve difficult electrical and electronic failures
• Partner with engineers to implement innovative automation solutions
• Execute equipment retrofits and continuous improvement projects
• Create preventative maintenance recommendations
• Train and mentor fellow technicians

Requirements

• One of the following:
  • Associate’s degree with an emphasis in electronics or an electrical program and three (3) years of electrical experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent and five (5) years of electrical experience
• Thorough understanding of electrical and safety standards
• Proficiency in using powered and manual hand tools such as soldering iron, multimeter, wrench, hammer, screwdriver, etc.
• Prior experience using testing equipment
• Ability to understand, identify, and protect against electrical hazards
• Ability to solve basic algebraic equations and electrical formulas, and understand decimals and fractions
• Ability to read and understand blueprints or drawings including manuals, catalogues, schematics, prints, or wire lists
• Understanding of automated production equipment, electrical and hardware schematics, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) ladder logic, Human-Machine Interface (HMI), and controls software (experience preferred)
• Understanding of production processes, quality control, and techniques for maximizing effective manufacture of products
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

About the Company

Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture, and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Short-term disability
• Tuition assistance
• Product discounts

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer. THC testing only when required by law.