Maintenance Technician IIPyxus International, Inc.

Summary

This is a year-round staff position (with overtime) in the plant.  This position performs skilled work supporting the following: industrial instrumentation / electrical systems, electrical controls and troubleshooting, PLC controls and troubleshooting.  This position also supports: mechanical, plumbing, welding, fabrication, and building / grounds maintenance.  Resolves emergency breakdown situations with accurate and timely troubleshooting.  Performs ongoing equipment and facility maintenance and repairs equipment. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Possesses thorough knowledge of manufacturing, industrial equipment, compressors, and facility maintenance. 
• Install, test, calibrate, repair, modify, and maintain electrical / electronic / instrumentation controls for tobacco processing and industrial equipment. 
• Knowledge and troubleshooting skills of the following systems:
• Process control loop tuning (PID; Gain, Reset, Rate). 
  • Process control loops (4-20 ma analog). 
  • 110v motor control circuits. 
  • 480v distribution and motor controls. 
  • AC variable frequency drives and DC drives. 
  • Allen Bradley PLC5 / ControlLogix and other PLC’s. 
  • Ethernet termination (cat 5 and 6). 
  • Pneumatic air control systems (3-15 psi). 
  • Industrial instrumentation and electrical systems. 
• Safely operate electrical / electronic test equipment common to this discipline (voltmeter, Altec, oscilloscope, etc.). 
• Safely work with hand tools common to this discipline (screw drivers, wrenches, measuring devices, etc.). 
• Safely operate common shop equipment (drills, grinders, threaders, press, etc.). 
• Advanced troubleshoot skills to diagnose process equipment issues (electrical and mechanical) quickly and accurately to determine equipment failure and perform corrective action accordingly. 
• Read and work from blueprints / drawings / schematics. 
• Knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations. 
• Guide productivity / technology projects. 
• Ability and willingness to operate industrial vehicles / lifts. 
• Perform preventative maintenance as assigned. 
• Work on confined space as authorized. 
• Wiring and installation of special projects. 
• Assist / support production personnel on process issues. 
• Assist with training other employees. 

Other Desired Skills:

• Knowledge and troubleshooting skills of the following systems:
  • Pneumatic air transport systems. 
  • Boiler operation and controls. 
  • Industrial mechanical systems. 
  • Mass flow meters (volume). 
  • Mass flow scales (solid). 
  • Thermocouples. 
  • Compressed air systems. 
  • Hydraulic control systems. 
• Experience with tobacco processing equipment and controls. 
• Conduit / tubing bending, installation, and formulas. 
• Basic welding and torch skills. 

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Minimum education
  • A.A.S. in Electronics Engineering Technology or
  • A.A.S. in Instrument and Control Automation Technology or
  • A.A.S. in Mechatronics Engineering Technology or
  • A.A.S. in a related field or
  • Military equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years field technical industrial maintenance experience (troubleshooting) in a manufacturing / processing / process control systems environment. 
• Proficient instrumentation, electrical, and mechanical skills; with safety always the first consideration. 
• Demonstrated advanced problem-solving skills, decision-making, and prioritizes tasks daily. 
• Ability to work independently and with others. 
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills for record keeping and communication. 
• Basic math skills. 
• Willing to work overtime as needed to ensure plant operational efficiency.   
• Willing to work any shift. 
• Willing to be on call. 
• Basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.). 
• Able to multitask. 
• A motivated self-starter that adheres to work schedules and performs tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision. 
• Strong verbal communication skills and relates well with a wide variety of personalities. 
• Plans / organizes work and maintains records as directed.
• Work in a non-climate-controlled environment. 
• Occasionally lift up to 70 lbs. and work at heights of 35 feet. 
• Willing to tackle any task assigned.