POET
bioethanol
Instrumentation&ElectricalTechnician
“Instrumentation & Electrical Technician at POET. Skills: Instrumentation, Electrical, Troubleshooting, PLC/DCS I/O. Troubleshoot and identify root cause. Repair or replace parts”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensures that all work performed follows electrical codes; Ensures the operation and all facilities are operating to standards; Deliver a best-in-class culture of quality
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting and identifying root-cause issues; Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Continuous plant operation includes 24/7 schedules, Meet call-in requirements as needed, Be expected to receive calls after hours, including weekends and holidays, Occasionally lifting weight up to sixty (60) pounds, Climbing several flights of stairs and ladders, Opening valves, Occasionally bending, twisting and turning while lifting weight of less than fifty (50) pounds, Data entry while seated for greater than one (1) hour, Walking up to two (2) or more miles per day, Pushing brooms, shovels, etc., Working at heights, in confined spaces and at temperatures from -20 to +100 degrees, Standing for extended periods of time, Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Using hand and power tools, Thorough understanding of company policy, procedures, and values, Adhere to all safety requirements at all times and in all work environments, Exposed to work in multiple environments, including plant, laboratory, as well as an office environment, Exposed to high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, dusty conditions, internal and external temperature/weather conditions, and chemicals, Subject to a physical and expected to pass a drug screen during the pre-screen process, Subject to random drug and alcohol testing during employment
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Associate's degree in an electrical training program or equivalent, Thorough knowledge of standard electrical equipment and work practices, Ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and install 4160V, 480V, 220V, 110V motors and breakers, protective relays, PLC’s, transformers, motor control centers, lights, breakers, panels, and other miscellaneous electrical equipment as applicable to the work location, Troubleshoot PLC/DCS I/O including 4-20mA loops, 120V/24DC I/O, Read and translate the information found within all: PLC code, Schematic wiring, and Ladder and P&ID’S process diagrams, Minimum of 1-3 year(s) of related work experience, Experience with 3 phase electrical systems up to 4160V 3 phase
Nice to Have
Journeyman or Master License
What You'll Do.
Troubleshoot and identify root cause
Repair or replace parts
Rewire and install instrument/electrical goods
Ensure work follows electrical codes
Test and inspect issues
Communicate problems or concerns
Review electrical procedures
Assist in developing electrical programs
Meet call-in requirements
Perform preventative and proactive electrical maintenance
Assist with emergency and scheduled shutdowns
Perform regular mechanical duties
and repair measurement/control instruments
Inform management of parts needed
Maintain instrument/electronic/electrical parts inventories
Document and record information
Maintain work area cleanliness
Accomplish other assigned tasks
Maintain licensing by attending code classes
Receive calls after hours for emergencies
Ensure environmental compliance
Maintain food safety and quality
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Communicate any problems or concerns to the management team; Work with the management team and all staff daily; Always maintain a team environment; Interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization; Ability to work in a team environment; Communicate
Communication Scope
Communicate any problems or concerns to the management team; Excellent communication skills
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