Job Description

The Electro-Mechanic is a skilled position that is responsible for and requires specialized training in electrical design theory, installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair work. Must have & be able to maintain proven leadership skills and meet company expectations of same including maintaining exemplary attendance record.

We are offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus for this position.

Duties:

• Performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical theory and principles, NEC, properties of materials and principles of operations of electrical equipment. Starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.
• Ability to utilize electrical test equipment and ability to isolate defects in wiring, switches, motors and other electrical equipment.
• Services electronic equipment by checking, testing and replacing faulty components, circuits, printed circuit boards and similar electronic devices.
• Knowledge of low & high voltage electrical systems and basic wiring principles.
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to the trade.
• Fabricates parts not commercially available, using machine and hand tools common to the trade.
• Determines need for, analyzes and makes necessary running adjustments, repairs and overhauls.
• Troubleshoots and repairs electric controls, motor control centers and programmable logic controls. Proven comprehension and abilities to program, troubleshoot and maintain Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). Trending to troubleshooting PLC’s.
• Installs and repairs electrical equipment, designs electrical controls circuits and installs electrical wiring. Draws electrical & electronic equipment.
• Identifies equipment and material needs for projects. Reads and interprets blueprints and schematics.
• Coordinates on all project needs with Maintenance & Production Supervisors/Managers.
• Proven leadership abilities to effectively communicate orally and in written form to Management, employees and contractors. Provide leadership to all employees in compliance with all safety programs.
• Knowledge of electrical terms, materials, methods, tools and equipment used in the inspection repair, installation, service and maintenance of electrical systems. Applicable code sections related to this field (i.e., National Electrical Code of the Industrial Accident Commission). Principles of electrical theory including amperage/voltage load requirements and calculations. Working from blueprints, sketches and shop drawings. Interface with service personnel and contractors to ensure quality workmanship.
• Assist (as required) in the training & skill up grading of other maintenance personnel as well as production associates (machine operators) etc.
• Must continually demonstrate proficiency in the job skill level of this position in accordance with the requirements of the job description.
• Participates in all plant emergencies as required and maintains any certification/training as deemed necessary or required by management in order to be able to respond to any specific plant emergencies.
• Must be willing to participate in and successfully complete any job related educational courses, training/testing programs, etc. as deemed necessary or required in order to upgrade the position skill level in order to advance to another job level.
• Performs additional duties of a similar nature and level of responsibility as might be required.

This is a home-based position with up to 85% travel required. When not on vacation or approved time off, on call to travel 24 hours per day 7 days per week.

Qualifications

• Mechatronics Associates Degree Preferred. Vocational training may be acceptable.
• 2+ years of experience in the maintenance of industrial machinery.
• Allen Bradly/ Rockwell PLC and HMI programming experience.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, servo drives, relay logic
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, and ladder logic.
• Ability to write professional emails and service reports.
• Knowledge of mechanical troubleshooting, repair, and installation.

Position Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for 8 hours a day and lift 40-50 pounds for extended periods.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must maintain a valid and clean driver’s license at all times.
• Must maintain a valid passport at all times.
• Must live within the territory and within 1-hour drive of a major airport.

Additional Information

ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.