Job Description

Lilac is seeking an experienced Instrument and Electrical Technician to maintain chemical process equipment used for materials production.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and perform preventative maintenance on instrumentation, electrical, and automated controls equipment including electric motors, switchgear, and distribution equipment; flow, pressure, and level transmitters; control valves; programmable logic controllers; motor controllers; variable frequency drives; etc.
• Install and verify new systems or equipment according to vendor specifications and maintenance procedures using drawings, manuals, or blueprints.
• Recommend changes to existing systems or equipment to improve reliability, accuracy, or processes optimization.
• Perform or participate in structured process improvement, risk management and problem-solving processes such as RCAs, MOCs, and PHAs.
• Maintain clear and accurate equipment documentation.
• Collaborate effectively in a team-based manufacturing environment to achieve shift, department and company objectives for safety, environmental stewardship, quality, reliability, and employee engagement.

This is a full-time position based in Fernley, NV. Lilac’s Fernley operation is a new and growing facility, and this role includes an opportunity for career growth and advancement.

Candidate Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. An Associate’s Degree or certification from an accredited Instrument or Electrical Technician program is preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years as an industrial electrician, instrument technician, or controls technician.
• Must be capable of lifting 50lbs, working in tight spaces and at heights, climbing stairs and ladders, frequent walking and standing.
• Must be capable of wearing a respirator
• Must be willing to work overtime when required
• Excited to work on a small fast-paced startup team

Preferred Skills

• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair multiple types of process measurement instrumentation.
• Expertise with 4-20 mA control circuits, reading ladder logic diagrams, and troubleshooting loops to the component or module level.
• Expertise reading electrical drawings and troubleshooting and maintaining distribution, switchgear, and motor controllers from 480VAC to 24VDC.

Compensation

• $24-44/hour (commensurate on experience)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k (pre-tax and post-tax savings options)
• Stock options
• Daily catered lunch

Lilac Solutions is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment, including discrimination and harassment based on a protected category, and an environment free from retaliation for participating in any protected activity. Lilac Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.