Meter Repair Technician- 3rd Shift (West Union, SC) at Itron, Inc.

Itron is revolutionizing how utilities and cities manage energy and water. We are committed to creating a more sustainable, resourceful world. Join us.The Meter Repair Technician will perform electrical or mechanical troubleshooting to determine problems in non-functioning electro-mechanical equipment used in the manufacturing process. This candidate will also be responsible for dismantling, adjusting, repairing and assembling equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, operating or repair manuals, rough sketches or drawings.Duties & Responsibilities:

• Adhere to safety protocols and ensure a safe working environment.
• Troubleshoot and repair product failures due to manufacturing defects or component failure.
• Change or replace any required parts i.e solenoids, contactors, capacitors, diodes etc..
• Maintain a functioning line of communication with production (including internal vendors), supervision, R & D, departmental engineers, customer returns, and QC to resolve any reoccurring problems/defects.
• Enter and maintain all defects tracking data at meter level, and provide required reports on designated periodic basis.
• Issue a corrective action request if required by defect.
• Repair production and test equipment or seek help from senior peers or engineers.
• Assist in the construction and implementation of new equipment for development or production use.Required Skills & Experience:
  • Working knowledge of ESD (Electrostatic Discharge)
  • Working knowledge of electronic test equipment i.e Voltage Meter, Current Meter, Oscilloscope.
  • Ability to use schematics to troubleshoot electronic devices
  • Strong understanding of electronic circuits and components
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • 1+ years of related experience as a Technician in a manufacturing environment.Education: Associate's degree or equivalent experience is required.#LI-MD1Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!The successful candidate's starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.Itron enables utilities and cities to safely, securely and reliably deliver critical infrastructure solutions. We provide smart networks, software, services, meters, and sensors to better manage electricity, gas, water and city services. We are dedicated to creating a more resourceful world.