Electrical Technician SG5

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Requisition Summary

PERFORMS A WIDE VARIETY OF COMPLEX MAINTENANCE WORK TO REPAIR AND/OR MAINTAIN MACHINERY OR PLANT FACILITY, WORKING UNDER MINIMAL SUPERVISION. MUST BE ABLE TO READ AND WORK FROM ELECTRICAL AND HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS. THIS IS NOT A MAINTENANCE TRAINING PROGRAM. APPLICANTS MUST BE FULLY QUALIFIED.

Company Information

PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates.  PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced power trains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

Division Information

Peterbilt Motors Company
On highways, construction sites, city streets, logging roads - everywhere our customers earn their living - Peterbilt's red oval is a familiar symbol of performance, reliability and pride. Peterbilt has reigned as America's premium quality truck manufacturer since the company's founding in 1939. Our dedication to deliver products and services focused on improving customers' performance, image, profitability and peace of mind truly makes Peterbilt the Class of the industry.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Evaluate and troubleshoot facility and manufacturing control systems consisting of PLCs, AC and DC drives, computer controls, and HMI interfaces as well as traditional contactor type controls and process instrumentation.

• Assist with projects to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve reliability of existing plant and manufacturing control systems and equipment.

• Write new or modify existing PLC programs and make system hardware recommendations to resolve operation problems, improve processes, and implement new project designs to support factory initiatives and continuous improvement.

• Document and maintain revisions to existing automated systems and maintain appropriate PLC and computer software/hardware information.

Qualifications: 

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair a variety of complex electromechanical systems found in overhead hoists, paint booth systems, conveyor systems, HVAC equipment, and a variety of other automated production machinery.

• Strong knowledge of single phase and three phase industrial electricity to include voltages up to 13.2 kV.

• Ability to read, interpret, modify, and create complex electrical schematics. AutoCAD experience desired.

• Knowledge and skill in programming with Rockwell Automation Software including ControlLogix/RSLogix 5000, SLC 500, EtherNet/IP Design and Configuration, RS View and PanelView and PanelBuilder 32.

• Experience with ABB and Fanuc Robotics Automation Systems preferred.

• Knowledge of industrial equipment utilizing VFD's, PLC's, and motion control components.

• Must be confident and comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Education

• High school education supplemented by appropriate technical school training with 3 to 5 years industrial experience in industrial maintenance operations.
• An associates degree in electronics or related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years industrial maintenance control experience is required.

General Description of All Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• Competitive salary and 401(k) with a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive paid time off - minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Medical, dental and vision insurance plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health saving account (HSA)
• Paid short-and-long-term disability programs
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more.
• SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST BE ABLE TO MEET CERTAIN PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS WITH ACCOMMODATION.

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability corporation. Peterbilt promotes Diversity and Inclusion through mentorship, events, and affinity support groups - The Diversity Council, Peterbilt Women's Initiative (PBWIN), Veterans Group, Peterbilt Black Organization for Leadership & Development (B.O.L.D), and ADVOCATE (an LGBTQ+ support group).

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