What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician/Instrument Control Tech position at GRAYMONT?
Job Introduction
Graymont is one of the largest lime and limestone producers in North America. The Eden Plant is a very well-established operation in Wisconsin with long term commitments for community and environmental stewardship.
United States - WI - Eden
The Instrumentation & Automation Controls Technician/Electrician will ensure instrumentation and advanced automation, at Eden, WI plant, is installed and maintained to meet operating objectives and support remote operations requirements. This position will focus on developing, installing, and maintaining instrumentation and control systems for all plant processes.
Responsibilities
Provide PLC/HMI technical support for remote control room and plant operations
Ensure all process control systems and networks remain operational and up to date
Perform trouble shooting of the PLC and control network as required
Analyze and identify process improvement opportunities including safety, environmental performance, and product quality at remotely operated sites
Communicate with mechanics, technicians, supervisors, process engineers, and operations personnel to ensure process automation and instrumentation is functioning as expected
Effectively implement management of change practices and procedures.
Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot and make all electrical repairs including running conduit and wire without supervision
Able to read, understand, and design electrical schematics
Able to operate all electrical testing equipment
Able to plan and perform all work assignments
On call for jobs which you are qualified for
Understand and communicate with the lead and supervisor
Perform required housekeeping
Inspect equipment in area on daily basis, and report safety and/or maintenance items
Perform other tasks as directed by lead or supervisor
Qualifications
Experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC software and hardware and HMI development and maintenance
Certificate in Mechatronics or electrical certification. Equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered
Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills (ability to motivate, coach, and develop people)
Well organized and able to process large amounts of complex information, effective operational troubleshooting skills and decision-making skills
Computer literate, knowledge of Microsoft programs, and JD Edwards
Physical Requirements Critical to the Job
Ability to climb ladders and work at heights
Lifting ability up to 65 lbs.
Standing, walking, and working while wearing full personal protective equipment
Ability to work in extreme temperatures
Ability to work nights during annual maintenance outage