Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, the Electrician / Electronic Technician is responsible for the safe operation of control, instrumentation, electrical systems and programming the Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) in the Processing and Waste Treatment plants.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE - Program the PLC's in the Processing and Waste Treatment plants - Undertakes a regular inspection and preventative maintenance of the electrical systems - Perform and oversee planned and emergency repairs to these systems - Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for PLC and motor control systems - Troubleshoot problems with PLC control and instrumentation equipment - Oversee the work of other technicians working on the electrical control systems - Assist and train other technicians / electricians in the performance of their duties - Operate tools and equipment as required - Maintain required reports - Perform any other duties assigned as may be required - May be required to work a rotating shift schedule for production coverage - In the absence of the Maintenance Manager, supervise and oversee maintenance personnel as required - Follows all housekeeping policies according to good manufacturing practices

QUALIFICATIONS - Diploma or certificate in Electronic Control and Instrumentation from community college or trade school (or equivalent combination of education and training) - Mechanical aptitude - Good writing, communication, and math skills - Ability to analyze, troubleshoot and correct situations - Computer literacy required and familiarity with PC based Windows operating systems - Experience with programming and troubleshooting of PLC's - Experience with preventive maintenance programs and applications - Read and interpret schematics and blueprints - Minimum Grade 12 education

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