Technician, Electronic II

Southwire Company, LLC
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Georgia, Douglas
1545 Kellogg Drive (Show on map)
Apr 18, 2025
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what'spossible? Location:Douglas, GA Shift: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm M-F Pay Rate:$36.09- $39.88 Job Description As a Senior Electronic Technician, you are responsible for preforming routine maintenance on equipment, installing various types of new equipment as well as machinery control and instrumentation. Qualified candidates will also be able to make repairs to electrical power, motor and motor control circuits. The following is a list of specific major duties which are, considered to be essential functions of this job. This list is not exhaustive, as all positions within the company are dynamic. This is consistent with our need to be flexible and responsive to the needs of our customers. The team member who occupies this position is expected to assume any/all duties assigned by management, irrespective of whether such duties are specifically included in this list. If you are looking for an opportunity to learn and grow with an industry leader, join our team. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Routine maintenance including but not limited to: field fault analysis, calibration of instrumentation using proper test equipment, component replacement, alignment and calibration to specification. * Interpret blueprints and schematics to isolate faulty equipment or components and determine the root cause of failures. * Troubleshoot and repair various equipment to include pneumatic, electronic, digital equipment and AC/DC motors. * Fault analysis of hard wired relay logic, motor control circuits, motor power circuits (120V to 480V 3 phase) and common utility/lighting circuits. * Installation of new equipment and machinery control circuits, modification of existing instrument/electrical systems as requested to include commissioning new drives and PLC's. * Connect to a PLC/Drive using a laptop, go online with the PLC/Drive program and determine if any faults exist, interpret the PLC ladder logic and make minor adjustments as needed. * Observe Southwire's safety rules, maintain good housekeeping, and perform all other duties as assigned * Follow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact. * Follow prescribed safety rules/procedures so, as to prevent injury to self and others and to maintain safe equipment and conditions in entire area of responsibility. * Seek the assistance and advice of safety representatives on matters concerning safe practices, policies and/or procedures and give personal support to all safety activities and procedures. Benefits We Offer: 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked) Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision) Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Long & Short-Term Disability Supplemental Insurance Plans Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Program Tuition Reimbursement Programs Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities Parental Leave & More Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.