Controls Technician I

Cencora • Buford, GA

6d • $24 - $30

About The Position

The Controls Technician I supports Cencora’s U.S. distribution services through its AmerisourceBergen business. The role diagnoses and repairs materials handling equipment (MHE) and automated picking system issues in a distribution center, maintains and upgrades associated controls, and helps ensure warehouse systems remain productive. The technician performs preventive maintenance, documents equipment repairs in the CMMS/EAM system, and manages spare-parts inventory. The position normally requires one to two years of related, progressively responsible experience; a strong electrical background is preferred.

The role requires technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment and the ability to diagnose and repair a range of systems and components. The technician should be able to interpret CAD layouts, parts diagrams, electrical drawings, and schematics; test equipment and instrumentation; and use relevant computer hardware and software. Routine troubleshooting can be handled independently, while complex issues require supervisor input.

The position is full-time and follows a Sunday–Thursday shift from 4 p.m. until close. Pay is $24–$30 per hour, depending on experience. Willingness to work extra hours to meet productivity targets is required.

Requirements

• Normally, one to two years of related and progressively responsible experience; a strong electrical background is preferred.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required.
• Technical and operational knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment and systems, with aptitude for repair and maintenance activities.
• Ability to read and interpret CAD layouts, illustrated parts breakdown diagrams, electrical circuitry diagrams, and drawings.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical issues, including electrical systems up to 600 volts, AC or DC motors, power supplies, frequency drives, servo drives, transformers, motor starters, proximity sensors, encoders, photo eyes, PLCs, HMIs, and PLC inputs/outputs.
• Ability to test equipment and instrumentation systems, including electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, refrigeration, and water-treatment chemical systems.
• Computer software experience, including MS Office and MHE software such as RSLogix, Sort Director, GSMi, IPoint, and Flex Sort.
• Analytical skills and ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to identify facilities-related maintenance problems and implement standard solutions within established project timeframes and administrative and technical requirements.
• Ability to resolve routine troubleshooting issues independently and seek supervisor input for complex issues.
• Computer hardware experience installing and setting up hard drives, RAM, network cards, monitor cards, and motherboards.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work extra hours to meet productivity targets.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, electronics, mechanical systems, facilities maintenance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong electrical background.
• Knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs), including ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and PLC ladder and block logic, and to load programs or configure PLCs, HMIs, and scanners.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose materials handling equipment and automated picking system errors in the distribution center and make appropriate repairs.
• Perform maintenance, modifications, and system upgrades for materials handling equipment and automated picking system controls.
• Assess the efficiency of materials handling equipment and automated picking systems and make necessary modifications.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance to support continued warehouse productivity.
• Maintain the CMMS/EAM system records for repairs required and performed on distribution-center equipment.
• Manage the inventory of spare parts.
• Work extra hours as needed to meet productivity targets.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision care.
• Support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave.
• Training programs, professional development resources, and mentorship programs.
• Employee resource groups and volunteer activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED