Description

The Controls Technician is responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining material handling equipment in a lumber manufacturing environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Work with a team of electrical technicians in maintaining material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet-IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems
• Troubleshoot complex control system issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Work directly with OEMs that develop controls software for scanning and optimization
• Evaluate and install patches and resolve software related problems
• Utilize reports to improve material handling system performance
• Partner with network support resources for guidance and assistance
• Provide technical support for PLC devices
• Maintain governmental compliance and participate in audits as needed
• Conduct technical evaluations on new products and provides recommendations
• Assist in developing and managing the department budget, including forecasting expenses and allocating resources effectively.
• Keep abreast of advancements in control system technology and recommend upgrades or modifications to improve system reliability and efficiency.
• Participates in the development of project proposals with emphasis on cost/benefits
• Consistently work at acceptable production levels
• Duties may vary by location.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree in Electronics Technology or related discipline OR relevant experience in lieu of education.
• Skills:
• Skilled in organizing and expressing ideas effectively in oral and written communication
• Excellent problem-solving and time-management skills
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively in a team environment
• Excellent computer skills and the ability to maintain control system integrity
• Ability to read and use electrical drawings, cable lists, component lists and layout plans
• Industrial electrical hands-on experience including 480V, 110V and 24VDC systems
• Experience with HMI, motor controls, VFDs and control networks
• Must be willing to travel up to 30%  
• Ability to pass a hair follicle drug test, post-offer pre-employment physical, and background check.

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering/Electronic Technology or related discipline.
• 2 years of experience in control systems maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair, preferably in an industrial setting.
• 2 years of systems controls experience including installation, maintenance and troubleshooting or combination of post-secondary technical training including Electrical License or enrollment in Electrical Apprenticeship program. Ability to design and draw schematics and ladder logic for control systems (Rockwell Software).
• Skills:
• Experience with Robotic systems

PHYSICAL DEMANDS- Production

Ability to sit and/or stand for shift, reach with hands and arms, stoop, squat, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distance, and climb stairs.

• Bend at waist frequent
• Twist upper body frequent
• Stoop occasional
• Lift above waist height frequent depending on machine center
• Lift over 50 lbs. frequent depending on machine center
• Repetitive use of hands constant
• Stand/walk constant
• Sit occasional
• Vision near and far correctable; depth perception
• Hearing preferred for awareness of surrounding machinery, mobile equipment, emergencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, airborne particles (sawdust).

Idaho Forest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, family medical history, or any other status protected by law.

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