Plc programming Jobs in Chicago, IL

We are expanding and looking to add a maintenance electrician to our team!

Employee Referral Bonus offered: $1,000

Pre-employment requirements

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Fully vaccinated for Covid-19. (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Inspect electrical equipment, wiring, fixtures, and other components to ensure they remain functional and are up to code, as well as to identify any hazards or issues.
• Determine the reasons for any malfunctions of systems or components and create a maintenance or repair plan to solve the problem.
• Repair electrical systems, wiring, circuit breakers, equipment, and other components so that they remain fully functional in a production environment.
• Test systems with devices such as voltmeters, mergers, and ohmmeters to ensure the system remains safe and that components are compatible.
• Review blueprints to understand the wiring to troubleshoot component problems
• Provide suggestions on the lifespan of equipment and other electrical components, advising when certain components should be replaced due to potential risks.
• Keep records of all maintenance and repair work conducted, including a record of any supplies ordered and used.
• Ensure all routine maintenance work is handled on a regular schedule to reduce the risk of larger and more complex issues and to reduce costs.
• Three-phase and single-phase experience required 120/240/480 volt
• Ability to troubleshoot complex circuits
• Experience installing Rigid and EMT conduit up to 2”
• Lockout Tag out and Electrical Safety Experience
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

You will get dirty as it is a heavy industrial facility.

• 2 or 4-year degree in EE or EET or 3-5+ years equivalent experience
• PLC experience – preferably Allen Bradly, some Siemens a plus – min 1 year
• 480V 3-Phase power experience preferably in manufacturing
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience
• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• NFPA 70 (NEC) & 70E (electrical safety) familiarity
• Industrial manufacturing experience a plus
• Arc flash training a plus
• Previous experience in electrical engineering or other related fields
• Familiarity with electrical schematics, blueprints, and manuals
• Familiarity with electrical equipment and hand tools
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Authorized to work in the United States

You should be proficient in:

• Customer Service
• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Bachelor's Degree
• Electrical Schematics
• Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Hydraulics Experience
• PLC Programming Experience
• PLC Wiring Experience
• Machine Safety Inspections
• Meets Physical Requirements
• Basic Computer Skills

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)