Mechanic 1st Class Electronics

Role Summary

Mechanic 1st Class Electronics is an integral part of our Maintenance team based out of our US - Willow Island, WV site. This role provides support to the Maintenance Department by repairing, maintaining, and installing instrumentation, electrical phases, and controls of the plant. Electronic Mechanics designated as a 1st Class Electronics Mechanic must be able to perform and/or assist with all principal functional responsibilities without direction by another Electronics Mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, calibrates, and installs the following systems and instrumentation:
  • Electrical Systems
  • Electric Motors
  • Variable Frequency Drives
  • HVAC Systems
  • Chillers
  • Electrical, Pneumatic, Lab, and Safety Instrumentation
  • Electronic and Mechanical Scales
  • Total Distributed Control (TDC’s)
  • Process Logic Communication (PLC’s -Allen Bradley)
  • Distributed Control Systems (DCS’s - Honeywell)
• Repairs and maintains equipment including conduit, elevators, Vari Drive Units, substations, breaker panels, switches, receptacles, starter panels, pressure regulators, pH and DO probes, off gas analyzers, critical instrument calibration, routine instrument PMs, and electrical components on tow motors and lift trucks.
• Works with engineers on installing and maintaining experimental equipment.
• Installs and removes safety valves and rupture disks.
• Changes and rebuilds (electrical) motors of all sizes from 1hp to 200 hp.
• Installs light bulbs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent. West Virginia Master’s Electricians License or Technical Degree, Journeyman Apprenticeship (preferably in Electronics or Electro Pneumatics), or equivalent experience. Two to five (2-5) years of experience in a manufacturing environment as an Instrument Technician or Electrician.
• Solid mechanical abilities
• Solid troubleshooting skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong decision-making ability
• Understanding of the Hazards of Electricity and Electronics
• Familiarity with NFPA 70-E
• Understanding of ASME Relief Valve Procedure
• Strong interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a self-directed team environment
• Ability to access all areas of the plant
• Computer proficiency: email; internet/online training; working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with maintenance and/or ERP software (e.g., SAP) and calibration systems

Skills

• Able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Able to operate machines and power equipment
• Able to use hand and mechanical tools and equipment effectively to accomplish desired results
• Able to satisfactorily complete all safety related training required to execute job functions

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• West Virginia Master’s Electricians License or Technical Degree, Journeyman Apprenticeship (preferably in Electronics or Electro Pneumatics), or equivalent experience

Additional Requirements

• Physical requirements: bend occasionally, climb occasionally, squat or kneel frequently, stand frequently, talk or hear constantly, use hands constantly, walk frequently