Electrical Technician

Company: MKD Electric
Location: Hammond
Posted on: August 3, 2022

Job Description:

Maintenance Instrumentation and Electrical Technician ( $3,000 Sign-on Bonus) Looking for more than just a job? MKD Electric offers careers! Rewarding careers at that! We provide excellent benefits, training, educational opportunities, and promote from within the company. As one of the largest full-service merit shops in industrial electrical services, we specialize in instrumentation and control systems integrations. For over twenty years, we have designed, built, installed, and maintained our clients' systems, projects, and facilities. We focus on safety, quality, and value as well as building and maintaining lasting relationships with our clients. Quickly moving into other industries, we are a fast-paced and agile company looking for a best-in-class Maintenance Instrumentation and Electrical Technician willing to roll up sleeves and exude a passion for teaching others. What you will do --- Maintenance of the facility's electrical components, monitoring and control systems including electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Monitoring devices that control processes within the facility, making adjustments either manually or using instruments as necessary. Periodic maintenance is done to ensure the instrumentation remains in good working condition. Conduct troubleshooting to repair the machines when issues arise. Ability to install new instrumentation and electrical systems additional duties assigned by the supervisor What you will need to succeed--- 5 years or more industrial experience with DCSs, PLCs, automation systems, etc. Ability to test, calibrate, and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic devices and equipment. Proficient at Single and Three Phase motors and motor control systems. Ability to install and troubleshoot PLC's, AC and DC Drives. Skilled in Installing electrical gear, equipment, and devices. Knowledge in terminating power, control, and instrumentation wire and cable. Experienced with bending and installing rigid conduit. Ability to set up and pull wire and cable. Read blueprints, schematics and manuals to understand installation procedures. Must be safety conscious Physical demands--- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to lift to 60 pounds independently; lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels. Must be able to carry and transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet. Requires standing for extended period with frequent stretching, reaching, walking, and stooping, pushing and/or pulling in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and wet and may have fumes or odors. Stand, walk, sit, kneel, and walk up and down stairs on regular basis; climb up and down ladders up to 35 feet high repeatedly on a shift Work from various heights via platforms, scaffolds, ladders, or man-lifts Bend and stretch, lift and move heavy objects many times across a shift Operate, maintain, and work near various power equipment, including, but not limited to, forklifts, man-lifts, excavators, drills, saws, hydraulic tools and automatic machinery What we offer... Tuition Reimbursement Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits 401K with company match Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization Company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career growth & development This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. MKD Electric is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. MKD Electric also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based upon any of these protected categories. Please note this job description 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. Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 3 - 5 years Bonus/Commission: No

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