Motor Controls Technician - Unite Contracting

Accepting applications for a Motor Control Technician. The motor control technician will work in the field, and our shop will troubleshoot, install, upgrade, assemble, test, and start-up motor control systems. These systems usually operate pumping equipment. A sewage lift station comprises pumps, piping, valves, control system, access covers, and other accessories. The type of equipment includes basic relay controls, programmable logic controllers, variable frequency drives, dialers, and SCADA system equipment. The motor control technician will work in the field sometimes alone out of a van or pick-up and sometimes with a helper in a larger crane-equipped service truck. All safety equipment and specialized tools are provided but it is expected that the technician will provide his basic tools. The Motor Control Technician, like all our employees, does not have a limited job description but is expected to do the work required to meet our customer’s needs including working overtime. All applicants should have a valid driver’s license in their state of residency and a clean driving record. 

Other Duties may include:

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   Accurate completion of paperwork so that it is filled out in a way that the customer and we can understand. 
  
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  Understand and work with 3-phase electric power
  
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  Must be familiar with the operation of motor controls and understand the basic components such as starters, relays, heaters, etc. 
  
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  Must be able to read wiring diagrams and schematics 
  
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  Must be familiar with the operation of both single and three-phase motor controls 
  
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   Must understand relay logic 
  
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  Must understand analog signals 
  
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  Should have experience with Programmable Logic Controllers 
  
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  Should have experience with Variable Frequency Drives 
  
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  Good reading skills to understand equipment manuals. 
  
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  Good interpersonal skills with the ability to deal effectively with customers and coworkers
  
  
  

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week

Benefits after 90 days:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• AD&D

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Experience:

• Motor Controls: 2 years (Required)
• Industrial electrician: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person