Electrical Controls Technician II

Job Description:

Specialty Granules LLC (SGI) is seeking an experienced Electrical & Controls Technician II at their Plant in Blue Ridge Summit, PA. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is technically curious and demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.

We offer a competitive salary, full benefits on the first day of employment, vacation, paid holidays, and a 7% company match on a 401k retirement plan. Relocation assistance is provided for those who qualify. All tools and required company PPE are provided.

Reporting to the Electrician Supervisor, the Electrical & Controls Technician II works within the Maintenance Department, partners closely with Operations to minimize Plant downtime.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Troubleshooting, repairing, rebuilding, installation, and demolition of the plant’s electrical equipment and machinery, including motors, panels, generating equipment, lighting circuits, communication systems, etc.

• Maintain the facility in an electrically safe condition.

• Respond to process upsets with a sense of urgency.

• Comply with regulatory governing bodies with regard to electrical installations, mining safety, and occupational health; and with Company safe practices and established procedures.

• Maybe required to perform other miscellaneous assignments as directed.

• Installation of new improvement projects throughout the plant.

The Electrician will be required to work various shifts and weekends as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma coupled with two or more years of demonstrated experience in a continuous process atmosphere. A technical certificate or advanced degree is preferred but not required.

• Must have basic understanding of diagnosing and troubleshooting power and electrical controls using A.C. and D.C. voltages ranging from 6V to 480V.

• Must have a basic understanding of electrical theory and understanding of National electrical code.

• Must have a basic understanding of methods and procedures to use for installation, maintenance and repair jobs on electrical and electronic equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years or more electrical experience in an industrial manufacturing environment and process monitoring is preferred.

• Prior experience with single and 3 phase AC motor controls in an industrial environment, including MCCs, soft starters and VFDs.

• Working knowledge of Allen-Bradley controllers, I/O modules and programming software desired.