Electromechanical Technician

Job Summary

The Electromechanical Technician is responsible for maintaining the daily operation of Pilot Plant by ensuring breakdown repairs and preventative maintenance on facility systems are carried out in a safe, timely, and effective manner. This position involves the electrical and mechanical installation of new equipment, repair, inspection, and calibration of existing equipment. Accurate record keeping and data input into the plant maintenance management system are also part of this role.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow safe work practices and support safety goals and objectives
• Makes all necessary mechanical repairs on equipment including replacement, repair and installation of motors, pumps, sleeves, bearings, gears, shafts, pins, etc.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment up to 480V
• Piping installation and ability to determine correct materials for each service
• Create, modify, read, and understand piping specification, engineering and electrical drawings
• Safe operation of industrial equipment such as forklifts, hoists, and lifts
• Instrument repair, calibration and installation including flow meters, pressure transmitters
• Troubleshooting, and basic programming of distributed control system and PLCs
• Participate on the Emergency Response Team
• Aids with managing outside service contractors
• Maintain and improve preventative/predictive maintenance programs

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of Industrial electrical/mechanical or equivalent experience
• Certified Electrician or Craftsman preferred but not required

Education Requirements

• Minimum Level of Education: High School Diploma/GED

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

• High school or equivalent degree
• Self-starter and capable of working in a high paced environment
• Able to work closely with maintenance and production team
• Able to handle up to fifty (50) pounds and physical dexterity to assemble and operate equipment
• Working knowledge of computer applications (Word, Excel, E-Mail, maintenance management systems)

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrical and Mechanical experience
• Experience in distributed control systems, PLCs, and instrumentation
• Experience working in a high-performance work culture
• Familiar with Process Safety Management concepts and requirements
• Certified Welder
• SAP maintenance management system experience

Working Requirements

• The plant currently works two 8 hour Maintenance shifts, Days and afternoons, five days a week.
• Overtime may be required but is currently not common.