Automation Controls Technician

BUCKEYE FIRE & EQUIPMENT CO • Kings Mountain, NC

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Buckeye Fire Equipment is seeking an Automation Controls Technician to build control panels, program Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs, and maintain automated machines and equipment. The role involves custom panel construction, machine and panel wiring, and troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical components throughout the plant. The position offers career-path options based on experience and potential to develop into a leadership role.

Requirements

• High level of programming knowledge and experience.
• Two-year technical degree; relevant work experience may substitute for a degree.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work a changing shift schedule and on weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Four-year degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Build custom control panels designed for production use.
• Program and maintain automated machines using programmable controllers, HMIs, servos, and VFDs.
• Perform machine and control panel wiring.
• Diagnose, replace, and repair faulty mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical machine and equipment components throughout the plant.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree