Instrumentation Technician (Electrician)

About the role

IKO Industries Ltd., a manufacturer of roofing and building materials, is looking for an Instrumentation Technician (listed as an electrician) in Kankakee. The role maximizes plant performance and run time by troubleshooting and repairing electrical equipment while following all safety rules and IKO's values. The position is subject to 24-hour call-out, shift and weekend work, and requires standing for long periods and working in high-up areas.

Key responsibilities

• Install, maintain and troubleshoot distribution and control equipment such as switches, relays, circuit breakers and fuse disconnects.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment and manage assigned work orders.
• Work with computers, line drives and PLCs, and use technical manuals and schematics.
• Work in a team with other maintenance personnel and communicate up and down the chain of command.
• Organize the work area, tools and parts, and handle multiple jobs with varying priorities with minimal supervision.

Required profile

• At least five years of electrical maintenance experience in a plant setting.
• Knowledge of safety systems and their application and use.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot using remote HMIs and to work with computer-based maintenance software.
• Superior analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Required skills

• Allen Bradley drives, relay logic, PLCs and programming.
• Experience with instrumentation sensors and transmitters.

What we offer

• Pay of $34.68 to $43.16 per hour.
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance, health spending account and short-term disability.
• 401k match, paid vacation, floating days and tuition reimbursement.
• Employee support, mental wellness and assistance programs, plus awards and discounts.