Job Description
Location: Bedford Park, IL 60638
Duration: 6+ Month (Extension)
Salary: $30/hr W2 - $33/hr W2
Description:
• The primary function of the Maintenance Electronic Technician is to trouble shoot pneumatics, electronics to the component level, as well as work on PLC ladder logic.
• The incumbent must work with thermocouples, RTD's, various level sensing devices, thickness detectors, consistency transmitters, load cells, and other high-tech devices.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Will possess a thorough understanding as well as hands-on experience with electrical &; electronics maintenance principals.
• Troubleshoot machine break down and repair situations and safely restore the machine to the proper operating condition.
• Ability to solve machine operation problems using a skill set of deductive reasoning, and electric test meters.
• Inspect, replace, or repair non-operational equipment and/or components of equipment that are hindering the equipment from operating efficiently.
• Test electrical systems, and equipment, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes.
• Work closely with the other Maintenance department crafts to support initiatives that improve equipment reliability.
• PLC troubleshooting, repair, and programming experience required.
• Rebuild the components to be used on the equipment in the plant along with reading and interpreting blueprints and layout instructions.
• Complete understanding of hydraulic/pneumatic theory.
• Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of electrical principles and adequate skills to understand various plant processes.
• Assist line mechanics and electricians as necessary when needed to support production including all the above listed tasks and other means of support as needed.
Qualifications:
• Technical or Two-year Associates Degree required.
• A combination of a High School Diploma or GED plus equivalent work experience will be considered.
• Candidate must demonstrate mechanical and electrical skills and knowledge, A/C and 3-phase circuits, & instrumentation knowledge and skills.
• Must maintain a positive rating as described in the training/qualification evaluation record as a Maintenance Electronic Technician.
• Communication skills must be at a high level to communicate issues/problems of the process.
• Interfacing with computerized process monitoring systems and other computer software and systems requires knowledge and skills in areas of computer operations.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Electronic Technician position is now open for candidates interested in the Mechanic Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Mechanic Jobs is a plus.
