Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Company: Colonial Group, Inc.
Location: Savannah
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

The Colonial Family has moved forward together since 1921. Our success in diverse markets is attributable to our exceptional people, who work collectively to create opportunities for our customers and our companies. By consistently investing in the development of our people, we ensure our management, operations, and support teams work seamlessly to deliver the best service in their respective industries.With the growth of all of the Colonial companies, we look for talented, motivated individuals who want to become part of a company with a culture driven by diversity, innovation, and ingenuity.The Electrical & Instrumentation Technician is responsible for the maintenance of Colonial's electrical and control infrastructure as it relates to six liquid and dry bulk storage facilities and numerous product handling systems within each of the six facilities.JOB EXPECTATIONS/DUTIES

• Diagnose and repair various industrial electrical systems and components such as motors, motor starters, VFDs, breakers, fuses, distribution panels, panel boards, lights and instrumentation.
• Install/replace various electrical system components such as wire, conduit, fittings, controls, motors, etc.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Document installation maintenance work.
• Troubleshoot and maintain security equipment such as gate operators and closed-circuit video surveillance cameras.REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS
  • High school diploma or GED is required.
  • Five (5) years of electrical experience in an industrial environment.
  • Experience using electrical test tools, multimeters, hand tools, and power tools.
  • Experience with troubleshooting and repairing 3 phase power and control systems up to 480 volts.
  • Working knowledge and excellent understanding of NFPA 70E and standard lockout procedures.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
  • Knowledge and understanding of electrical installation requirements for area classification such as Class I, DIV 2, and Class I, Div 1.
  • Experience pulling and terminating wires.
  • Experience measuring, cutting, bending, threading, assembling, and installing electrical conduit with use using tools such as a hacksaw, pipe threader, and conduit bender.PREFERRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS
    • Accredited training and certification.
    • Experience with ethernet fiber optic controls and switches.
    • Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
    • Understanding of modern industrial process control schemes such as Factory Talk and Tank Master.
    • Understanding of PLC based control products such as Allen-Bradley (Contrologix, PLC5, and PLC 500).
    • Understanding of instrumentation products such as RADAR, flow meters (Coriolis, vortex, swirl, turbine, and mag) pressure/temperature sensors and flow controllers.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, kneel, walk, climb, and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS :Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S.Colonial Group, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our organizations.Other details
      • Pay Type Hourly

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