Electrical Instrument Tech

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Electrical Instrument Technician – Fairburn, GA

Pay Rate: $44.19/hour

Shift Differential:  +$1.25/hour for night shift

Location:  Owens Corning – Fairburn Facility

Schedule:

Training Period (First 90 Days):

Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Day Shift)

Post-Training Schedule (after 90 Day probation one of the following scheduled will be awared to you based on Seniority):

Day Shift:  8:00 AM – 8:00 PM (3 days on / 3 days off)

Night Shift:  8:00 PM – 8:00 AM (3 days on / 3 days off)

Night shift includes a $1.25/hour shift differential.

Position Summary:

The Electrical Instrument Technician (EIT) is a key member of the maintenance team, responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electrical, electronic, and instrumentation systems across the plant. This role ensures optimal equipment performance, supports safety and quality initiatives, and contributes to plant efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Troubleshoot and repair field devices including  photo eyes ,  limit switches , and  PLCs

Read and interpret  ladder logic  and  Allen Bradley ControlLogix  systems

Work with  480V motor controls ,  servos ,  robotics , and  Fanuc systems

Perform preventive and predictive maintenance

Support production teams during breakdowns and equipment failures

Maintain and calibrate instrumentation such as thermocouples, pressure transmitters, and digital displays

Use SAP and other systems for work orders, inventory, and reporting

Collaborate with engineering, operations, and other maintenance staff

Required Skills & Experience:

Strong troubleshooting skills, especially with  packaging equipment

Experience with  Allen Bradley PLCs ,  servo systems , and  robotics

Ability to read electrical schematics and ladder logic

Familiarity with  instrumentation maintenance  and  high-voltage systems

Must be able to work independently and in a team environment

Must be 18 years or older with relevant industrial experience

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Frequent climbing, kneeling, twisting, and ladder use

Continuous exposure to hot/cold environments and noise

Must be able to wear a respirator and other PPE as required