Variable Frequency Device (VFD) Technician 74711
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Job Summary/Overview
The VFD Technician takes the lead role for the site to keep the Variable Frequency Drives up and running to control rotating equipment across the site. They will be responsible for learning each of the brands and models for the VFD’s on site.
The site operations run 24/7 which requires this position to be available to support on-shift technicians with troubleshooting and respond to emergencies after normal working hours. The position is part of the maintenance team that consists of Network, Generator, and Protection Relay technicians.
Specific Job Duties
- Work with engineering team to develop specifications for VFD’s so they fit the appropriate application and fits in the appropriate environment.
- Perform Preventative and Corrective maintenance on VFD Equipment.
- QA/QC and commission new VFD equipment upon installation for initial start-up; also perform upgrades and replacements.
- Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects or the need for adjustment and repair, and to ensure compliance with NEC and job site specifications.
- Interpret blueprints and schematics.
- Work from ladders, scaffolds, roofs, inside cleanrooms, high noise areas or hot environments to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.
- Perform troubleshooting of relay controls, variable frequency drives (VFD), and motor control centers.
- Use CMMS to track repairs, parts inventory, and preventive maintenance.
- Establish and write policies, procedures and guidelines for plant operations and maintenance
- Able to work well in team environment, mentoring/training others, and effectively communicate throughout the organization (engineers, technicians, management, customers).
- Troubleshooting: Responds to equipment and system failures and utilizes structured problem-solving and troubleshooting techniques to make necessary adjustments to return to normal operational status.
- Knowledge or PC Software to load and diagnose issues within the VFD Range
Education, Training, Certification(s) and Minimum years of experience required
- High School Diploma/GED required, Technical school training preferred
- 2+ years of field experience with VFDs highly preferred
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Software, and Tools:
- Understand VFD components
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electronics knowledge
- Mechanical understanding
- Customer service mindset
- Self-driven
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The current base salary range for this role is between $31.00 hr and $52.00 hr. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.
Benefits
Samsung employees have access to benefits including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), onsite cafeteria, tuition assistance (after 1 year), paid time off, student loan program, wellness incentives, and many more. In addition, regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) are eligible for MBO bonus compensation, based on company, division, and individual performance.
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This position may require the ability to access information subject to U.S. export control restrictions. If the position requires it, applicants must have the ability to access export-controlled information or be eligible to receive a government authorization to access export-controlled information.
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