Electromechanical Technician

MiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry toimprove efficiencies by optimizingthe balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation. Learn more at .

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work with manufacturing operations to ensure plant equipment is operating when necessary, through diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repair. Issues may be mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, or electronic.
• Ensure preventative maintenance is performed on all plant equipment to ensure maximum productivity. Schedules may be directed by manufacturer's specifications or developed internally.
• Work with manufacturing operations to focus on improving productivity through the use of improvements in machines, materials, or processes.
• Install and troubleshoot any new equipment as directed.
• Attendance at work during the regularly scheduled shift is an essential duty. This includes, but is not limited to the ability to work overtime as required, to be present at work, arrive on time and be at the work station ready for work at the start of the shift.
• • Understands electrical theory
  • Has been through some form of training i.e. Lockout/Tagout, Arc Flash, etc.
  • Mechanically inclined
  • 0-2 years' experience performing electrical work
  • Can troubleshoot electrical issues
  • Can perform electrical maintenance, such as - removal/installation of disconnects, motors, motor controls, wire repair
  • Familiar with electrical components
  • Can read electrical schematics
  • Knowledgeable in NEC and NFPA publications
  • Can work independently, with some supervision
  • Proficient in installing/repairing associated mechanical parts
  • Can identify electronics found in PLC/electrical cabinets
  • 2-4 years' experience performing electrical work
  • Advanced understanding of electrical drawings
  • Basic understanding of PLC's, ladder logic
  • Can work independently with high efficiency
  • Can identify all parts in PLC/electrical cabinets and explain their functions
  • 4 years' experience performing electrical work

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Education: High School diploma or general education certificate (GED) or Technical School, or five years related experience and / or training.
• Language Skills: Effectively communicate with co-workers and management regarding work and safety issues. Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence
• Computer Skills: Use Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office and PLC Programming Software (Allen Bradley and Mitsubishi Preferred). CAD and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software experience is a plus.
• Certificates & Licenses: Journeyman or Maintenance Electrician License preferred. Equivalent training and experience may be accepted. Must qualify in MiTek Lock-Out Tag-Out program and Forklift Certification. Other MiTek Certifications as required.
• Other Skills and Abilities: Basic computer set-up and basic networking skills experience a plus. Basic welding skills (i.e. Mig, Arc, Cutting Torch, etc.) are a plus.

MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact Human Resources at 1 314-434-1200.