Instrumentation Technician

Responsibilities

• Track and review process data to detect early signs of equipment issues or failures and take appropriate action.
• Maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, test, and calibrate various equipment, including CCTV systems, discrete and analog devices, PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, computers, peripheral troubleshooting and repairs, vision systems, transmitters (such as pressure, flow, pH, etc.), and Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (CEMS).
• Create and update documentation for equipment.
• Work independently on assigned tasks.
• Respond to calls related to process issues.
• Perform equipment installations and improvement upgrades.
• Adhere to all safety rules and regulations, setting a positive example for others.
• Make recommendations regarding quantities and potential work time for proposed upgrades, installations, repairs, and projects.
• Maintain clean and orderly conditions in all working areas.
• Ensure that duties are performed in a fiscally responsible manner.

Requirements

• An associate degree in electronic or related fields.
• Good communication skills.
• Experience with voltages up to 480V, various switches (to include relays, starters, etc.), various sensors (discrete, analog, and digital), programmable logic controllers, variable frequency drives, motion controllers and basic computer skills.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to operate in “limited” spaces.
• Ability to read instructions.
• Ability to safely operate vehicles.
• Ability to observe and respond to the total environment, both stationary and moving.

Working Conditions

• The incumbent works in a 24/7 glass products manufacturing environment with exposure to dust, moving vehicles, heavy equipment, moving machinery, chemicals (liquid, gas, and solid), temperatures/materials in excess of 1500 degrees (F), broken and broken glass, overhead cranes, confined areas, high noise, and the full range of ambient temperatures.
• The incumbent must be capable of safely operating vehicles, observing and responding to the total environment, both stationary and moving;
• The position requires 24-hour availability.
• Holiday work and weekend duty are required at times.
• In the event of production issues or during project work, long hours may be necessary.
• This position may require working a rotating schedule.

Pay

The expected range for this California position is $23.95-$38.06 per hour.