Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

$20,800 - $416,000/Yr

BAE Systems - Kingsport, TN

Full-time - Entry Level

Kingsport, TN

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Electrical & Instrumentation Technician will be responsible for troubleshooting and repairing various industrial production and utility equipment in a continuous manufacturing environment. This role requires a strong background in maintenance, particularly in the chemical industry, and involves working closely with other technicians and facilities personnel to ensure effective operation and maintenance of plant systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform immediate corrective maintenance for chemical production and plant utility equipment.
• Utilize engineering drawings to troubleshoot equipment/systems and identify appropriate job materials.
• Assist Line Crew and communicate effectively with customers and management.
• Learn processes for operational shutdown preparation and post maintenance shutdown turnover.
• Prioritize service requests for timely completion.
• Test, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and pneumatic instrumentation.
• Maintain electrical infrastructure including secondary power distribution and motor controls.
• Assist with project check-out and commissioning activities.
• Help maintain facility lighting systems.
• Complete assigned work orders and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Document corrective maintenance notes for CMMS program.
• Accurately record/report job time for KRONOS system.
• Operate fork lift, man lift, and use hand tools and electronic test equipment.
• Maintain a working knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC), NFPA, and OSHA Safety Procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with Certified Journeyman Electrician or equivalent technical apprenticeship program.
• Associates degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, or Electromechanical Technology is highly preferred.
• Five years minimum combined experience in industrial maintenance, utility, construction, or OEM check-out & start-up.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, primarily on straight night shift.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with basic troubleshooting, repairs, configuration, and calibration of industrial instrumentation.
• Experience working with industrial automation.
• Prior work experience in a chemical or hazardous material production facility.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings accounts
• 401(k) savings plan
• Disability coverage
• Life and accident insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Legal plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Paid military leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Recognition program for monetary or non-monetary awards