Job Description

Electronic Technician

Baytown, Texas, United States

$ 20.00 - 25.00 (US Dollar)

Position Summary: Provides in-depth troubleshooting and analysis of drives and programmable logic controllers on facility equipment. Maintains current programs and documents for equipment; interfaces with engineering support from outside agencies that have commissioned equipment.

Key Responsibilities/Duties:

• Perform quality analysis of field returns for components, subassemblies, and equipment
• Apply advance technical knowledge of electronic and electrical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and apply skills in restoring equipment to OEM standards
• Diagnose and repair electrical problems with cranes and facilities
• Repair spare drives for cranes
• Respond to wharf/yard crane issues impacting production
• Identify and correct problems with motor drives, and controllers, Troubleshooting and repair other electrical systems such as fiber optics, lighting systems, catholic protection, and medium voltage switchgear
• Lead maintenance efforts and provide technical guidance to other technicians / crafts
• Work required scheduled overtime hours and be available for unscheduled overtime when operating requirements or other business needs of Plant cannot be fulfilled during regular working hours
• Work a temporary, alternative schedule or shift as requested by supervisor
• Act in accordance with core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
• Perform other duties as required

Education/Experience:

• Associates degree in Electronics or related major from a public or accredited private academic institution required
• 2+ years in a container handling environment and/or 5+ years in an electronic maintenance experience required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors:

• Knowledge of functionality and crane operation theory
• Knowledge of electronics
• Knowledge of AC/DC drives
• Knowledge of electrical troubleshooting
• Knowledge of electrical controls
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Ability to work at heights
• Ability to schedules and plan work projects
• Ability to maintain records and inventory control
• Ability to work safely and timely manner in a highly productive atmosphere
• Ability to interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings and design specifications
• Ability to operate forklift, if needed
• A current, valid Texas driver's license is required

Key Competencies Required:

• Effective Communication
• Initiating Action
• Quality Orientation
• Pragmatic Decision Making
• Safety
• Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills

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