BCP Maintenance Electrician

PABCO Building Products•West Jordan, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the BCP Maintenance Electrician is responsible for PLC and robotics programs and for troubleshooting, maintaining, optimizing, and continuously improving industrial automation systems. Systems include PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, industrial networks, vision systems, and robotic equipment. The position supports manufacturing operations by maximizing equipment reliability, efficiency, safety, and uptime through controls and automation expertise. It also supports and demonstrates the company’s Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation, and Financial Success. Other related duties may be assigned. This is a regular, full-time position. Predictable and regular in-person attendance is required. Overtime, weekends, and after-hours emergency troubleshooting may be required as needed. The role works in office, plant, and outdoor environments, with exposure to moderate or loud noise, moving machinery, dust, dirt, and extreme temperatures. Mandatory and/or other appropriate PPE must be worn.

Requirements

Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent training in Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, Robotics, Industrial Controls, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in industrial automation, PLC programming, robotics, and control systems within a manufacturing environment.
On-the-job training experience required to perform all duties.
PLC programming and troubleshooting; Allen-Bradley preferred.
Industrial robotics programming and troubleshooting; FANUC preferred.
Knowledge of HMI and SCADA systems.
Knowledge of variable frequency drives (VFDs) and servo systems.
Knowledge of industrial networking, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and Profinet.
Knowledge of electrical controls, motor controls, sensors, and instrumentation.
Working knowledge of a 10-key adding machine, copier, facsimile machine, and other office equipment required to perform duties.
Ability to read electrical schematics and control drawings.
Root cause analysis and troubleshooting skills for automated equipment.
Valid driver’s license.
Predictable and regular attendance; overtime and weekends required as needed.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including lifting up to 75 pounds and frequently using hands, reaching, talking, listening, standing, walking, and sitting.
Ability to work in the described office, plant, and outdoor environments and wear appropriate PPE.

Nice To Haves

Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLC Certification.
Siemens PLC certification.
FANUC Robot Training or Certification.

Responsibilities

Perform and document daily inspections of automation and control systems.
Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, robot, servo, motion control, and industrial communication network issues.
Program, modify, back up, and maintain PLC software and associated control systems.
Develop, modify, and maintain HMI and SCADA applications.
Program, commission, and troubleshoot industrial robotic systems.
Support startup, commissioning, testing, and validation of new equipment and automation projects.
Maintain current backups of PLC, robot, HMI, VFD, and other control system programs.
Troubleshoot electrical control panels, sensors, actuators, field devices, and instrumentation.
Analyze equipment failures and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and performance.
Assist with root cause analysis investigations related to automation, controls, and equipment downtime.
Work with operations, engineering, maintenance, and production teams to identify process improvement opportunities.
Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication networks, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus, DeviceNet, ProfiNet, or similar protocols.
Support installation and commissioning of VFDs, servo drives, and motion control systems.
Create and update electrical drawings, PLC documentation, network diagrams, and technical records.
Ensure automation systems comply with company safety standards and machine safeguarding requirements.
Assist with integration of sensors, vision systems, barcode systems, and data collection technologies.
Drive a vehicle to pick up parts.
Provide technical guidance and training to maintenance personnel and operators regarding automated equipment.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, energy efficiency, and waste reduction.
Complete required paperwork, work orders, maintenance records, and project documentation.
Maintain work areas according to company housekeeping and 5S standards.
Support preventative and predictive maintenance programs for automation equipment.
Provide after-hours emergency troubleshooting and support as required.
Meet regularly with the supervisor to review priorities, projects, and performance.
Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.
Abide by company and governmental safety rules and ensure hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.
Maintain predictable and regular in-person attendance; work overtime and weekends as needed.