Instrumentation, Controls, and Electrical Technici

at Carus LLC in LaSalle, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Do you have a knack for troubleshooting and solving problems? Are you looking for a career where you can do what you love every day? If so, then come join a passionate team focused on safe and efficient solutions.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Instrumentation, Controls, and Electrical Technician will:
Repair, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, and improve equipment operation, efficiency, reliability, and safety by utilizing a working knowledge of instrument, control, and electrical systems with minimal supervision.
Support upgrades to plant instrumentation and control system infrastructure, such as software, servers, processors, IO hardware, plant instrumentation, switches, and workstations.
Assist in developing detailed plans for plant instrumentation and control system equipment shutdowns, outages, and major equipment maintenance.
Assist in developing PM, PdM, and calibration programs as required to achieve high availability and accuracy of instrumentation and control systems and site electrical distribution systems.
Troubleshoot and repair process instrumentation, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), three-phase circuits and other process control hardware.
THE QUALIFICATIONS
The right candidate will be an experienced technician with solid troubleshooting skills. Your credentials ideally include:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of 7 years instrumentation, control, and industrial electrical experience or equivalent combination of experience and education
Strong commitment to safety
Possess a strong working knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and compliance in relation to, transformer operation and theory, electrical circuit design such as three-phase and motor control circuits, and PLC input/output and instrument wiring
Prior experience with electric motors and starters, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, D/C circuit analysis and PCs and their operating systems
Ability to work on day shift Monday - Friday, with availability for rotating callout coverage
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and troubleshoot and program electrical and electronic equipment, including Allen-Bradley PLCs
THE COMPANY
Carus is a highly respected, family-owned company with deep roots in Illinois' Starved Rock Country. We develop and manufacture products that clean the air, water, and soil, and we are always exploring new opportunities and initiatives to expand our reach.
For over 100 years, Carus has been the employer of choice in the greater LaSalle-Peru area. Through several local outreach initiatives, we actively support our local community and STEM education.
It's an exciting time to join the Carus team.
The LaSalle manufacturing facility has an exciting new project that will enhance our capabilities.
The Belmont location has just expanded to include a dedicated on-site logistics group.
The Peru business headquarters has recently completed a full office renovation.
We have a new strategy to accelerate growth and are executing at a high level.
We are rooted in history but focused on the future!
THE PERKS
Employees enjoy incredible work life balance and exceptional benefits.
Generous PTO and 9 paid holidays.
Medical, dental, vision and 401(k) plans as well as company-paid basic life insurance.
Tuition reimbursement program for employees and their dependents.
Employee engagement, company-sponsored volunteer opportunities and STEM education initiatives.
Want to learn more about Carus? Visit www.carusllc.com or check us out on Facebook @carusllc.

Company: Carus

Carus is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V/AAP/LGBTQ