Electrical Controls Technician

Koss Industrial is a leading manufacturer of custom stainless steel processing equipment and a preferred provider of quality products and services to the cheese, food, beverage and other sanitary industries. We’ve been providing equipment, components, parts, electrical controls, instrumentation and automation since 1978. Our services include engineering and design, electrical engineering and automation, custom fabrication and finishing, precision machining and waterjet cutting, as well as installation, service and repair. Our precision machining and waterjet cutting services are available for contract manufacturing.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline required.

- Must have knowledge and experience designing, assembling, programming, diagnosing, troubleshooting and installing electrical systems and equipment.

- Knowledge of process control fundamentals, instrumentation, valves, actuators, etc.

- Experience with Alan Bradley Controllogix and SLC platform PLCs.

- Proficiency at using tools, including electronic testing equipment.

- Experience working from schematics, P&IDs, and other specifications required.

- Experience with AutoCAD Electrical.

- Experience with motors, transformers, machine controls, PLC’s, frequency drive systems and electrical systems up to 600 volts required.

- Strong mechanical aptitude including knowledge and troubleshooting with electrical, pneumatics and hydraulics.

- Working knowledge of NEC code and familiarity with UL requirements.

- Familiarity with design for regulatory compliance and safety practices.

- Perform work in-house and at customer sites.

- Must have valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

- Must possess good communication, problem solving and organizational skills.

- Ability to work with limited supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUITES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Responsible for designing, developing, assembling, programming, testing and troubleshooting electrical control systems for new and existing equipment.

- Interpret blueprints and electrical schematic drawings.

- Assemble electrical panels in a UL 508A shop, independently.

- Assist with installation, programming, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical equipment and systems.

- Prepare proposals to include scope, schedule, and cost estimates.

- Assemble, diagnose, repair, calibrate and install a variety of electrical and pneumatic valve assemblies and components.

- Perform installations, modifications, maintain and repair electrical controls and devices by interpreting blueprints and electrical schematic drawings.

- Perform calibrations and configurations of instruments and devices.

- Perform on-site support and trouble shooting at client sites.

- Work simultaneously on multiple project and client teams.

- Perform electrical repairs on facility equipment and utilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Flexible schedule

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Referral program

- Retirement plan

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person