Controls Technician

Controls Technician RoleThis position will be responsible for development, testing and implementation of all programming and electrical controls. This would include all programmable controller platforms, graphical user interface platforms, gateways, AC/DC electrical schematic development and debugging as well as training personnel on these systems both operationally and technically. This position is key to Hearthside as most of the systems in place currently need to be upgraded and there are many missing electrical schematics this position could help to develop for troubleshooting purposes.Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:Electrical system project managementElectrical/programming troubleshootingElectrical/programming training of techniciansManage inventory of print library/archive and backups for all machinesQualifications:Electrical system knowledge and experience to include VFD(s), servos, high and low voltage troubleshootingAbility and experience troubleshooting and modifying Electrical/PLC-GUI Programming/ControlsAbility to use laptop to troubleshoot a PLC problemAbility to use laptop to point a Maintenance Technician to a machine problemAbility to troubleshoot scale, x-ray, and checkweigher problemsAbility to resolve VFD, Servo, safety module or miscellaneous drive faultsAbility to make PLC program modifications and tuning adjustments (timers, fault capture)Possess a basic understanding of PID loopsAutoCAD electrical schematic one-line drawing development, preferred but not requiredAutoCAD mechanical drawing development preferred but not requiredNFPA 70E Arc Flash safety certification is a plusCommunicate effectively both verbally and in writingSuccessfully multi-taskAbility to read and write in English