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Work with the future of energy!

Our Vision

East Kansas Agri-Energy's vision is to be a recognized industry leader in efficient production of agriculture-based products while pursuing diversified growth through early adoption of advanced technologies.

Our Mission

East Kansas Agri-Energy's mission is to be a diversified agriculture and energy-based company that enhances unitholder value by producing high quality products and utilizing innovative technologies and best practices.

Open Positions

Maintenance Technician - Instrument & Electrical

 

Basic Function and Scope of the Position:

The Electrical & Instrumentation Tech will assist with maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and replacement of plant equipment & systems to ensure maximum plant performance.  This technician requires strong emphasis in electrical components and instrumentation experience. 

 

Qualifications:

  • High school graduate or GED required.

  • Certified electrician in the state of Kansas preferred.

  • Technical degree or certification in electrical/instrumentation related field preferred.

  • 5 or more years of electrical/instrumentation experience or relevant education.

  • Must be available to be on call 24 hours a day 7 days a week including weekends and holiday.  In addition have the ability to respond to and support emergency issues on a 24/7 basis during the assigned stand-by week and work outside of normally scheduled hours as needed.

  • This position requires walking, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, seeing, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

  • Ability to lift 50lbs and work in various environments.

  • Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions and around noise, dust, process chemicals, and other substances.

  • Ability to ascend and descend stairs and ladders up to 150 feet.

  • Solid interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

  • Detail-oriented with strong communication, organizational, time-management, and troubleshooting skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and multiple priorities simultaneously.

  • Working knowledge of computers and office software (i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Support all company safety, health, environmental, and quality programs and policies. 

  • Troubleshooting, installation, routine maintenance and repair of manufacturing equipment.

  • Endorse the use of the company’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to ensure downtime is minimized, plant performance is maximized, and all assets are preserved.

  • Ensure parts used for work orders are recorded in CMMS.

  • Perform complex troubleshooting, installation, routine maintenance and repair techniques on electrical components, instruments, computer/PLC controlled and mechanical equipment.

  • Demonstrate personal computer skills and use of electrical and mechanical programs.

  • Responsible for PLC hardware and programming.

  • Responsible for DCS hardware.

  • Requires ability to read electrical, mechanical and P&ID prints.

  • Assist Maintenance Technicians based on scheduled work.

  • Maintain facilities and grounds in a clean, well-kept and efficient operating manner.

  • Participate in plant projects when needed.

  • Ability to perform essential job functions outside of normal working hours.

  • Follow all local, state and federal regulations as they apply to the maintenance department.

  • Complete all tasks assigned by Maintenance Manager.

  • Maintain a high level of service and work performance, and also support and promote a positive and cooperative team environment that fosters creative problem solving and shared learning.

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of East Kansas Agri-Energy, LLC.

Complete application and return to Shelly.Newport@ekaellc.com or 1304 S. Main St., Garnett, KS


 
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