Electrical Technician

Located in Belton, TX the Electrical Technician will support the efficient operation of a roll roofing production plant that employs approximately 45 non-union associates.  This is a third shift position working occasional weekends. The facility provides roofing underlayment products to customers throughout the Eastern United States. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the largest independently owned manufacturers of residential roofing products and commercial roofing products in North America.  The company offers traditional roll roofing as swell as premium Ice & Water Armor, Asphalt saturated Organic Felts, EasyStick, Tarco has five manufacturing production lines located in North Little Rock, Arkansas; Belton, Texas; and Greencastle, Pennsylvania,  The company has enjoyed consistent sales growth through the development of new products and exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Troubleshoot and repair: Automated equipment (diagnose and repair failed switches, sensors, wiring; adjust electrical and pneumatic actuators); Electrical circuits for motor control, instrumentation, power distribution up to 480V; and repair/replace hydraulic pumps, cylinders, valves, and motors.

Repair damaged or worn piping, including valves, pumps, connectors, and rebuilding valves, pumps and similar by replacing bearings and seals.

Repair and modify equipment and support structures by bench fabrication of steel parts and structures involving cutting, bending, drilling, and welding.

Perform preventative maintenance on bearings, chain drives, etc.

Inform production management of required downtime for repairs to facilitate appropriate scheduling and   perform all work in accordance with Lock-Out/Tag-Out requirements and established health and safety procedures.

KEYS TO THIS OPPORTUNITY:

Demonstrated familiarity with electronic industrial systems and industrial automation including basics of operation of proximity switches, mechanical switches, encoders, solenoid valves.

Experienced with industrial equipment maintenance and repair (electric motors, pumps, air cylinders, mounted bearings, industrial switches, and sensors). Proven understanding of belts, belt drives, chain drives, gear boxes, and conveyors.

Ability to read and interpret written descriptions and/or engineering blueprints and to follow written directions and plans to carry out tasks.

Experience with mechanical maintenance and proficient with standard practices for electrical wiring and repair.

Capable of identifying and troubleshooting malfunctioning process equipment and quickly restoring functionality to minimize production impact. Communicate critical issues to management in a timely manner.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to work independently or as a team.