Electrical Controls Technician Job

Job Output 

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance Manager, the Electrical Controls Technician will provide hands-on electrical maintenance, controls troubleshooting, equipment installation, and PLC support for manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for diagnosing and correcting electrical and controls-related equipment failures while supporting reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.

This position is accountable for effective use and implementation of Predictive Maintenance technologies and systems at the plant. This includes but is not limited to the following “Essential Functions” outlined below:

Hours:

1st Shift: Monday- Friday 7am-3pm

Pay $44.82-$47.01 based on experience and skill level

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoot Production equipment electrical failures.
• Install and modify conduit, cable tray, wiring, sensors, motors, VFDs, and control panels.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Perform electrical field work during equipment upgrades and projects.
• Troubleshoot PLC controlled equipment and make minor program modifications when required.
• Diagnose communication faults involving Ethernet/IP networks and industrial devices.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance activities. 
• Carry out root cause failure analysis on production electrical/control systems and provide recommendations and execute work to prevent recurrence.
• Lead/participate in cross functional teams on process improvements.
• Support troubleshooting, installation, and maintenance of plant control systems including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, instrumentation, industrial networks, and associated electrical equipment.

• The incumbent must be willing and able to work overtime and/or non-standard work schedule based on production needs and support off shifts as needed
• Drives improvements in control systems
• Provide support for HMI and visualization systems used in production.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Preferred qualifications include Journeyman Electrician License, Industrial Electrical Apprenticeship, Associate Degree in Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, Military Electrical Training, or equivalent industrial controls experience or 5+ years troubleshooting industrial electrical and control systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with 120VAC, 480VAC, motor controls, safety circuits, VFDs, relays, contactors, sensors and instrumentation.
• Experience reading and modifying electrical schematics.
• Experience troubleshooting Allen-Bradley PLC systems, including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, SLC-500, and MicroLogix platforms.
• Ability to perform online PLC troubleshooting and make minor program modifications.
• Familiarity with FactoryTalk View, RSLinx, and Ethernet/IP networks.
• Knowledge of NFPA70E and industrial electrical safety practices.
• Experience in the use of SCADA & HMI packages desirable
• Control Panel design desired, but not required
• Working knowledge of Pneumatic, Hydraulic and other mechanical systems
• Assists with Plant Functional Machine Safety process
• Knowledge of Functional Safety, Performance Levels, Circuit Categories

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Highly PC literate
• Train and develop technicians to troubleshoot and fix production electrical/control system failures.

Rockwell Software:

• RSLogix 500
• RSLogix 5000
• Studio 5000
• Factory View Studio
• RSLinx

Microsoft:

• MS Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)

Other:

• AutoCad

Communication Protocols:

• Ethernet IP
• Remote I/O

Physical Demands:

Physically fit for climbing and working in awkward positions while investigating and auditing jobs. Able to lift 50 pounds.

Why should you join Armstrong World Industries?

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is an Americas leader in the design and manufacture of innovative interior and exterior architectural applications including ceilings, specialty walls and exterior metal solutions. With approximately $1.4 billion in revenue, AWI has about 3,700 employees and a manufacturing network of 21 facilities in North America.

At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable architectural solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:

• Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
• Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce.  As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Come and build your future with us and apply today!