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Controls Technician - 2nd Shift

AT Eaton
Eaton

Controls Technician - 2nd Shift

Long Branch, TX

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Controls Technician - 2nd Shift.

The hourly rate for this position is $27.00 per hour.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you'll do:

Position Overview:
The Controls Technician is located in Nacogdoches, Texas. This position will be responsible for testing, repairing, troubleshooting, and programming of electronic, electrical, and mechanical plant equipment.

In this function you will:
• Support maintenance personnel in troubleshooting and repairs.
• Support projects to install, maintain, test, and troubleshoot automated equipment

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• Diagnose and resolve electrical/controls problems including non-routine issues
• Use Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) including basic and ladder logic to read/write basic wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints to diagnosis problems
• Evaluates and recommends improvements for current equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair of low voltage electrical systems (600VAC and below)

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:
• 2 years of electrical and controls system fabrication, assembly, and installation or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Understanding and working knowledge with the following:
o PLC based control products (PLC5, PLC 500, RSLOGIX 5000/Studio)
o VFD and DC Motor Controllers
o NFPA 70 Electrical Code and installation of conduit, wiring, etc.
o Electrical safety (Arc Flash PPE and Hazardous Locations requirements)
o Electrical schematics / drawings and P&ID diagrams
• Knowledge in low, medium, and high voltage troubleshooting and repair
• Observes and adheres to proper lockout/tag out of equipment and systems in accordance with policies and procedures
• Knowledge with using voltmeters, ohmmeters (both analog and digital), ammeters, phase rotation meter, meggers, oscilloscopes, watt meters, loop calibrators, portable non-contact thermometers
• Excellent team working skills - demonstrated ability to work with operations groups, support groups, and engineering support staff
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Must be able to prioritize assignments according to business needs

Preferred Qualifications:
• SAP or similar maintenance/work management software experience a plus
• Two-Year Associate or bachelor's degree in related field of study

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Client-provided location(s): Nacogdoches, TX, USA
Job ID: Eaton-35683Nacogdoches
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)