Instrumentation Technician

Job Title: Instrumentation Technician        

Department: Compton Maintenance Department

DOC# PM-JOBD-INST-004

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Instrumentation Technician coordinates and executes maintenance electrical functions safely in the facility to ensure that plant equipment and services perform at maximum levels while minimizing unscheduled interruption of the plant operation.  Additionally, this individual is also responsible for training, coaching, teaching and counseling others on electrical maintenance procedures and best practices. Strong skills in planning, organizing, knowledge of programmable logic controllers, electrical systems, and process control systems is required.  This position reports to the plant Maintenance Supervisor.

Safety

• Lives the Owens Corning Safety Stand and meets all safety requirements. Safety is a condition of employment.
• Follows the plant safety process and ensures that good safety habits are instilled in the maintenance team.
• Maintains an awareness of all safety issues within area of responsibility, and responds with appropriate urgency to correct safety issues identified.
• Designs program safety into the electrical systems.
• Partners with key stakeholders on capital projects to understand and educate others on the safety of equipment
• Complies with all plant rules, safety regulations, LTT and job hazard analysis (JHA) requirements.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

• Ensures operation of machinery and electrical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on drives, backup power systems, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and other electrical related  systems; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications
• Maintains electrical control software in support of programming for the facility
• Programs HMIs, PLCs, Servos, and other electrical systems
• Makes timely and appropriate decisions when an emergency or breakdown occurs so that production interruption is minimized
• For equipment or processes where maintenance costs are high, where reliability is low, or where chronic problems exist, performs additional analysis to identify appropriate maintenance practices (e.g., Root Cause Failure Analysis, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Reliability-centered maintenance analysis).
• Diagnoses electrical problems and determines how to correct them, checking schematics, repair manuals, and parts catalogs as necessary
• Uses PLC, computer interfaces for troubleshooting as needed
• Uses the manufacturing communications network effectively
• Proactively makes suggestions/proposals to strive for continuous improvement of plant performance.
• Demonstrates flexibility to perform various job roles within the maintenance department as assigned. 
• Responds to emergency maintenance service requests accordingly
• Performs other tasks as assigned by leader

Educating Self and Others

• Instructs maintenance team members on proper electrical installation and repair techniques as appropriate
• Coordinates contract electrical installations or repairs in the facility
• Inspects electrical work in progress to ensure correct labor utilization and evaluate electrical training requirements
• Provides direction for downtime and shop work for electrical activities with respect to work requests, downtime lists and assigned projects
• Trains, coaches, and counsels others on electrical maintenance procedures, required trainings and best practices
• Recommends to the Maintenance Leader training and development of others in support of plant electrical power and control equipment
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing professional and intercompany networks
• Sets high performance standards for self, team and others; assumes accountability for delivering all performance expectations; always knows and adjusts to what’s expected; and monitors status of performance delivery against expectations

Maintenance Project Management

• Accountable for keeping the Maintenance Leader appraised of electrical equipment conditions so that situations of major significance can be planned for to avoid major production downtime
• Prepares electrical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
• Coordinates and executes maintenance electrical functions in the facility so the plant equipment and services perform at maximum levels and minimize unscheduled interruption of the plant operation
• Provides technical information to support planned electrical preventive maintenance to minimize production downtime
• Tracks electrical maintenance costs and failures
• Specifies electrical parts, supplies, and equipment from catalogs and suppliers, or obtains them from storerooms
• Defines electrical spare parts needs, such that inventories are maintained at appropriate levels
• Plans and lays out repair work, using diagrams, drawings, maintenance manuals, and schematic diagrams
• For planned new equipment purchases and installations where no maintenance history exists, applies maintenance and repair “best practices” to assure maximum reliability
• Designs and installs electrical and process control systems
• Proactively assesses and identifies obsolete parts on critical equipment and identifies optimal solutions to correct issues.
• Partners with Internal and External technical resources as needed

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Two year Associates degree in technical related field preferred; Associates degree in electrical technology is a plus
• 3 years or more of relevant industrial electrical maintenance experience preferred
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be a US citizen or have the right to work in the US
• Must be drug and alcohol free

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must read, write, and speak English
• Must understand verbal and written instructions
• Must possess strong communication and organizational skills
• Must multi-task
• Must have strong internal and external customer service skills
• Must secure and maintain job related qualifications and certifications as required by the nature of this position
• Must perform well in a non-routine work environment

Knowledge:

• Programmable Logic Controllers:  PLC components, I/O Systems, instructions, PLC programming, communication protocols, drivers, power supplies, expansion/retrofits, and system development  (Allen Bradley Suite preferred)
• Electrical Systems: servos, variable frequency drives, measuring systems, DC circuits, batteries, transformers, AC circuits, DC equipment/controls, three-phase systems, wiring, DC shunt motors, control relays, across-the-line starters, limit switches, electronic switching and electrical energy and power relationships
• Process Control Systems: speed and rotation sensors, human machine interfaces, control loop operations, data transmission, PID controller/loop tuning, final control elements, process modeling, instrumentation, measurement level detectors, and transducers
• Electrical Maintenance: voltmeters, ammeters, wattmeters, digital meters; schematics and symbols; short circuits, reversible motors, current probes, and relays
• Safety:  First aid for shock victims, National Electrical Code, static electricity, grounding, double-insulated tools, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) - 70e, and hazardous electrical locations
• Electronics:  Analog and digital devices
• Mechanical Systems:  Pneumatic control systems, air-piloted valves, and hydraulics

Skills:

• Troubleshooting/Equipment Selection: Determine causes of operating errors and determine appropriate course of action
• Complex Problem Solving: Identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Systems Analysis: Determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes
• Installation: Install equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications
• Equipment Maintenance: Performing routine and preventative maintenance on equipment
• Repairing: Repair machines or systems using proper tools

Abilities:

• Decision Making: Gather, analyze and interpret information to understand problems and identify and opportunities; draw conclusions and generates alternatives; chooses a course of action based on facts; and ensures buy-in and understanding of the resulting decisions
• Self-Knowledge: Demonstrate a strong self-awareness of one’s strengths, development needs and the impact of one’s own behavior on others; and consistently takes action to be better
• Teamwork: Work effectively and cooperatively with others; establishes and maintains good working relationships
• Persistence: Persistence in dealing with obstacles
• Stress Tolerance: Accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations
• Independence: Guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done
• Mathematical Reasoning: To choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem
• Adaptability: Being open to change and to considerable variety in the workplace

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED TRAINING

• All annual safety and role specific training, as required by the nature of this position

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Stand for extended, prolonged periods
• Work overtime as needed
• Meet the physical demands of the work environment

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.  Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.  All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  To perform this job successfully, the incumbents(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.  Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others.  The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. 

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Background Check: Owens Corning is a Fair Chance employer and will consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. We will make a written individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. 

About Owens Corning  

Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com. 

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.