Automation Technician

ONE TEAM. ONE DREAM.

About us:

Here at Magic Valley Electric we have a true passion for providing an honest and helpful work environment where every employee can commit themselves to giving our customers exceptional workmanship, extraordinary service, and professional integrity. We keep on growing because we only hire the best, and our customers love us for it. You ve probably seen our trucks and our ads. What you don t know is what it s like to be a part of a team like this. How much you feel appreciated when you don t cut corners. How much we inspire ongoing training and education. How much you can earn when you truly are the best. People often come to us looking for a job. They stay with us because they find a fulfilling career, room to grow, and opportunities to excel.

Benefits:

• 100% Company Paid Employee Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Competitive Wages
• 401(k) with a company 5% match
• Paid Vacation
• Yearly Performance Based Bonus
• Future Advancement Opportunities
• Positive Team and Skill Enhancing Atmosphere
• Paid Training
• A family. This is last on the list because it s most important. We care about our team and expect you to bring that same caring when you join. We do a lot more than just work together. You ll come to love our company outings and you ll build life-long friendships.

Summary:

The Automation Technician will perform the day-to-day operations to successfully complete specialized panel builds and automation projects. They will be responsible for the completion of UL requirements on a daily basis while establishing a safe and efficient work environment. They will build VFD, PLC, and Control Panels per UL, NEC, and Company standards; installing, repairing, and upgrading VFD, PLC, Control Panels; assisting other skilled trades; and ensuring that panels are completed within customer requested time frame.

Essential Functions include but are not limited to:

• Build and wire control panels according to CAD drawings and bill of materials.
• Maintain a clean and organized shop area.
• Assemble control panels and enclosures, mounting components on panels, wire cutting, stripping, soldering, crimping, and testing of finished panels.
• Prepare finished control panels for shipment.
• Assist with on-site installs.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair PLCs and corresponding instruments.
• Plan and direct layout of equipment, workflow, and assembly methods.
• Ensure necessary stock levels are maintained to meet project needs.
• Follow design prints throughout production.
• Promote enthusiasm and brand loyalty during daily huddles and team meetings.
• Ensure quality control of all panel builds and designated projects from preparation, fabrication, and installment.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Experience with Rockwell Automation software. This includes FactoryTalk View Studio, RS Logix 5000, Connected Components Workbench.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending ongoing education workshops and trainings.
• Ability to comprehend structural, architectural, and mechanical drawings and documents as it pertains to the electrical scope and position.
• Communicate effectively with team, vendors, and clients.
• Capability to oversee multiple projects at a time.
• Proficiency with computers and modern technology.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety procedures.
• Uphold company core values on and off worksites.

Physical Demands:

• Lift over 50 lbs.
• Regularly required to work around operating equipment, work in confined spaces, stand for long periods of time, walk, reach, stoop, crawl, twist, bend, and climb ladders.

Company Core Values

ATTITUDE: Win the Day, Customer Focus, Commitment, Community Involvement

INTEGRITY: Have Heart, Say It Do It, Lead by Example, Stay Honest

CHARACTER: Organization, Reliable, Professional, Personable

VISION: Relentless Improvement, Innovation, Opportunity, Environment

DETERMINATION: Elite Work Ethic, Lead the Industry, Whatever It Takes, Get Shit Done

SAFETY: Starts with You, Respect the Unexpected, Extreme Accountability, Do What s Right, Not What s Easy.

If you want to be part of something bigger than just a job – make this career move and find exactly what you re looking for. You will work in a place where you will be appreciated by your team and customers, and where your work has a direct effect on the success of the company. If this sounds like you, spend a little time learning about us by visiting https://www.electricteam.com/. When you're ready, please click on the Careers tab at the top of our homepage and select the posted application to apply for this position.