Ready to join a US Best Managed Company?! Grain Processing Corporation, a member of the Kent Corporation family of companies has an exciting opportunity to join their team as an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician! This full-time hourly position offers a starting wage of $32.60/hour and an exceptional benefits package. The Electrical and Instrumentation Technician will analyze, troubleshoot, and process control instrumentation, electrical equipment, programmable logic controllers, distributed control systems, and power distribution equipment.

Essential Functions

• Plan details of working procedure by determining replacement needs or new material required and develop a logical approach to correct the problem.
• Analyze circuits, wiring diagrams, specifications and instructions covering emergency and scheduled repairs, installation and electrical inspection work to be performed.
• Receive wiring diagrams, specifications and instructions from supervisor covering emergency and scheduled repairs, installation and electrical inspection work to be performed.
• Obtain necessary documentation and drawings from electronic systems, paper files, and vendor literature to properly troubleshoot, test, and repair equipment.
• Document in detail on computer and paper what work was performed.
• Program, configure, modify, and correctly save changes associated with PROVOX DCS, PLC’s, and other proprietary controls.
• Perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical theory and principles, statutory codes, properties of material and principles of operation of electrical equipment.
• Energize and de-energize electrical distribution systems including but not limited to 120V single phase, 480V 3 phase, 4160V 3 phase, and 13.8kV 3 phase.
• Service electronic equipment by checking, testing, and replacing faulty components, circuits, printed circuit boards, and similar electronic devices.
• Install, repair, and maintain communication cables, power distribution equipment, MCC rooms, and related branch circuits.
• Determine need for, analyze, and make necessary running adjustments, repairs, and overhauls.
• Size, lay out, install, and repair threaded conduit and wiring systems.
• Advise and caution operators and mechanics about potential electrical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Perform work in accordance with all safety rules and regulations and plant policies and procedures.
• At times, be part of a mechanical team on major installation, working with other trades, such as machinists and process employees.
• Use oscilloscopes, meggars, voltage/OHM meters, amprobes, chart recorders, and other diagnostic tools on energized equipment provided by the company to maintain safe plant operating conditions.
• On scheduled off-shift, may be called upon to do repairs in the process.
• Perform other electrical/maintenance duties as assigned.
• Work as a team with mechanical and electrical maintenance technicians and production operators to troubleshoot and repair equipment problems in the process.

Education and Qualifications

• 2-year degree in Computer Integrated Manufacturing or Electrical Engineering Technology (or an equivalent)
• Experience troubleshooting and programming PLC’s (i.e. Allen Bradley)
• Knowledge of Process Control Instrumentation Calibration and Variable Frequency Drive Troubleshooting
• Electrical maintenance knowledge of 120 volt single phase, 480 VAC 3 phase power, and 4160 volt 3 phase systems;
• Ability to read, understand, and apply the National Electrical Code

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $32.60 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• Do you now or in the future require company sponsorship to legally work in the United States?

Work Location: One location

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