Airswift
Our client is looking for an Automation Technician to work on a 12-month contract – to extension, to work near Platteville, CO.
Responsibilities:
- Align with all applicable DOT and OSHA regulations, NEC/NFPA requirements, and safety policies and procedures
- Lead with a focus on safety, environmental protection, and regulatory compliance and actively participate in Safety Action Plans
- Follow company energy isolation procedures (LOTO)
- Perform installation, calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of automation equipment
- Apply expertise for installation, calibration, maintenance, and repairs of instrument, communication, and electrical equipment
- Execute planned maintenance checks and calibration and timely submit appropriate reports
- PLC installation, troubleshooting, and programming
- Build and respond to notifications and process work orders
- Maintain current and accurate documentation of maintenance activities
- Minimize downtime and unsafe conditions by performing preventative and predictive maintenance
- Maintain technical and administrative records, including prints and project reports
- Initiate Management of Change requests for proposed changes to equipment, instrumentation, and programs
- Assist supervisors in changing technology/budget requirements
- Drive collaboration throughout the area of responsibility
Basic/Required:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as a permanent resident, refugee or asylee
- Current/valid driver’s license
- 3+ years of relevant automation work experience
- Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform/comply with the following
- Climb various ladders and stairs up to 50 feet in height to perform maintenance on equipment Raise and transport articles weighing up to 50 pounds
- Walk, stand, stoop, sit, climb, and carry material daily on even and uneven terrain
- Work outside in harsh weather conditions
- Work alone a high percentage of the time
- Wear personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Work unscheduled overtime
Preferred:
- Associate degree or Trade Certificate or higher in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical Technology or foreign equivalent
- 5+ years experience in the automation field
- 1+ years of experience with communication equipment (Cell Modems, Radios, Network Switches, etc…)
- 1+ years of experience with Allen Bradley, Fisher Roc, Automation Direct, ABB, SCADA Pack, Redlion (i.e., PLC’s, HMI’s, drives, etc.)
- 1+ years of experience in PLC programming
- Basic level of knowledge with electrical systems
- Strong Troubleshooting skills
- Ability to read and understand electrical drawings (i.e., P&ID’s, C&E’s)
Schedule: 7/7
To apply for this job please visit www.airswift.com.