PRIDGEON & CLAY INC.
Controls Technician Tier 2 (Maintenance)
72% of our managers have been promoted into their current role.
Experience and hard work pays off at P&C!
We take pride in offering a career path to anyone with the will and desire to advance.
We are growing. We have been successful in gaining new sales and based on our reputation and technical strength, we are taking over business.
This is a perfect time to discover what we have to offer.
Pridgeon & Clay response to COVID has been strong and we are keeping employees safe.
Objective:
The Controls Technician 2 work in with the Maintenance Department, troubleshooting and validating the machine processes of P&C's production, self-manufactured and purchased equipment.
Qualified candidates will possess the following Minimum Requirements:
Diploma or GED
Associates Degree or Equivalent in experience in Industrial Maintenance Technology (Preferred)
Minimum of one year of experience with controls
Must possess mechanical knowledge, experience in machine repair of either metal stamping equipment, spot/resistance welding, robotic welders, or grinding and finishing equipment
Experience with electrical trouble-shooting and performing electrical maintenance on equipment, the ability to read, follow and understand electrical
Mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic drawings, blueprints, schematics, code requirements, service manuals and manufacturers' specifications, experience using CAD and PLC programming and troubleshooting and the ability to read and understand advanced electrical prints
Schematics as needed to facilitate complex repairs or installation of equipment, knowledge in all Allen Bradley PLC's, Rockwell programming software (including RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5, RSLogix 5000, and Panelbuild32), as well as servo systems, variable speed drive controllers, and both AC and DC motors
Willingness to complete a degree in the electrical field
Excellent word record, including attendance
Essentials Functions:
Standard Work:
Conduct test simulations on drives and sensors prior to installation.
Design electrical/hydraulic/pneumatics systems and peripheral devices, using CAD and PLC programming software to complete projects. Debug, power-up, and validate machines with the appropriate build and electrical teams.
Recommend and upgrade P&C equipment build specifications and ensure all outside contractors and in house personnel abide by them.
Assist maintenance with all electrical/hydraulic, pneumatic, and programming problems. Train and guide maintenance technicians on control applications and other pertinent topics.
Ensure equipment is designed and programmed to P&C's build specifications using standard techniques and approach while staying current with any new hardware/software that will be used in our line of work.
Analyze all hardware and software used in the department and ensure it is up to date. Upgrade equipment when needed and recommend new equipment.
Review electrical, hydraulic and controls drawings submitted by OEM's for compliance to P&C's equipment standards.
Use the bill of material along with previous experience and history to recommend spare parts for all new equipment build and/or for purchased equipment based on the OEM bill of material and on our history/experience.
Produce drawings with AutoCAD or other drawing software while utilizing P&C's drawing standards and symbol libraries, unless otherwise specified.
Provide your customers with timelines on their projects and ensure they are constantly aware of the status of the project.
Ensure that all work is retained on the P&C network under the pre-determined file location(s).
Attend trade shows and seminars related to current technologies.
Define project requirements based on input from many departments and perform the duties of a Maintenance Technician 2, as needed.
Troubleshooting:
Troubleshoot programs for a number of different machine controllers, servo systems, motion controllers, robotics, HMI's, and related components in a timely and efficient manner.
Work with outside contractors or OEM's as needed to troubleshoot our equipment. Use the internet and other tools available to you to ensure we have equipment up and running in a timely manner.
Troubleshoot all new motors and drivers to ensure compatibility prior to installation.
Organization/Communication/Professionalism:
Effectively communicate with co-workers and management personnel to enhance teamwork and communication initiatives.
Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback of all pertinent information to co-workers and management.
Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job.
Organize and maintain efficiency of personal work area.
Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, including ISO, IATF 16949, and safety regulations.
Accept instructions and duties in a positive manner.
Treat all co-workers with dignity and respect.
Exhibit all the attributes of a positive role model (including professionalism, personal integrity, and positive attitude) for employees and managers to emulate.
Assist in maintaining company values (Integrity, People, Customers, Safety, We Can If…Do What It Takes, and Ownership) daily, through thoughts and actions.