Electrical Instrumentation Technician

Job description

The ARM Group is seeking to hire a “Electrical Instrumentation Technician” for one of its clients located in Aurora, IL.

General Overview:

The Industrial Electrical Instrumentation Technician is responsible for the safe, efficient, and effective operation of equipment in clients operations.

Basic Minimum Requirements:

• Must have five (5) years on-the-job experience as an industrial electrician.
• Extensive experience in electrical troubleshooting, and installing and repairing pneumatic/electrical instrumentation, power distribution, and control/power wiring.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, and national electrical code.
• Experience creating and updating drawing files using AutoCAD Software.
• Experience creating and maintain procedures and other documentation necessary to support the operation.
• Experience working with AC/DC drives and motors, PLC’s, sensors, and control devices.
• Experience with various Servo/Stepper/Custom drives systems as used on existing equipment. (Kinetics/Sercos/Lexium/Emerson Servos, Parker Compumotor Stepper Drives, etc.)
• Experience with ethernet/RS232/RS485/Modbus+/DeviceNet communications to various industrial equipment types in order to troubleshoot, diagnose, program and repair malfunctions.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems using an oscilloscope where required.
• Experience working with mechanical components and systems, (motor, gearbox, bearing, driveshaft, sprockets, roller chains, etc.)
• Must have basic standard and metric hand tools (e.g. sockets, wrenches, pliers, channel locks, wire cutters).
• Ability to operate shop equipment: grinders, belt sanders, drill press, band saws, hydraulic press, electric drills, etc.
• Ability to work any shift, and overtime as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinates troubleshooting and correction procedure documentation for all electrical items and issues where possible. Includes updates of existing procedures and development of new procedures.
• Follows NEC and NFPA 70E electrical standards and takes corrective action with clients Engineering assistance on any systems that are found to be in violation of these standards.
• Assists in remote troubleshooting when clients engineering assistance is required.
• Obtains troubleshooting assistance through Rockwell, Schneider or FasTrak via Internet or phone contacts when necessary.
• Coordinates and verifies that proper documentation is provided in all completed work orders that details the issue reported and the electrical troubleshooting and repair steps taken to correct them.
• Performs a wide variety of service work in one or more specialized maintenance area such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, carpentry, or machine servicing, etc.
• Ensures operation of electrical systems and equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on electrical components and machinery wiring; following national electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, and other specifications.
• Installs new machines by installing conduit, wire and electrical equipment; using hand tools and test equipment.
• Repairs electrical systems and equipment by diagnosing malfunctioning electrical devices, determining faulty wiring; inspecting and testing.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine electrical preventive maintenance techniques and monitoring compliance.
• Programs automated machinery by operating, testing for malfunctions, and verifying repairs to programmable controllers.
• Prepares electrical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Performs general manual labor work.
• Performs all duties in a safe manner, utilizing safety practices and procedures required by client and applicable law (e.g. OSHA, etc.), personal protective equipment, and reporting procedures.
• Monitors for, and reports unusual occurrences to management.
• Maintains all equipment and facilities in a clean, orderly and operating condition.
• Trains other employees as required.
• Assists Operations and Maintenance as required.
• Completes work orders as required.
• Must maintain skills training as required by client, regulations and permits.

Pay: $39.75/ Hour 

Overtime:

• Over 8 hours worked in a day = 1.5x
• Over 40 hours in a week=1.5x
• Sat pay = 1.5x
• Sunday pay = 2X 

Shift Differentials:

• Midnights = $0.75 plus an hour

Base Shift Hours:

• Days =                  8a – 4p
• Midnights =         12a – 8a

Disclaimer:

ARM GROUP is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants participating in all aspects of the selection process.

By applying for this job, you consent to allow representatives of ARM GROUP LLC to contact you regarding your candidacy. This may include communication via email, phone, text, or other means deemed appropriate by ARM GROUP LLC. Rest assured, your information will be handled confidentially and used solely for recruitment purposes.

It’s important to note that ARM Group LLC does not interfere in the decision-making process regarding your selection or rejection. The ultimate decision to hire or reject your candidacy lies solely with the client organization, with whom we have an agreement to source candidates for their consideration

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All applicants must submit to background check and drug screening. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please be aware that this position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.