Controls Technician I - 1st Shift

Florida Crystals / ASR Group • Buffalo, NY

3d • $32 - $54 • Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Technician I performs maintenance tasks to meet quality, reliability, safety, cost, and delivery objectives. The role ensures proper operation of measuring and control equipment through preventive and predictive maintenance and repairs to process control, monitoring, and safety equipment. Working with operations personnel, as part of a team and with little direct supervision, the technician troubleshoots and repairs electronic and electrical problems using work orders, diagrams, sketches, manuals, and engineering specifications.

The position is based in Buffalo, New York, and requires flexibility to work various shifts, including Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and overtime as needed. Weekend shifts may be required based on business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three or more years of related experience and/or training.
• Three to five years of industrial maintenance experience required, preferably in a manufacturing facility.
• Ability to meet customer and management deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with little direct supervision; strong organization and self-starting skills.
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheet, and internet software, and basic PLC software such as RSLogix, ladder logic, and programming.
• Proficiency troubleshooting PLC systems; Allen-Bradley is preferred.
• Basic PLC programming ability; Allen-Bradley is preferred.
• Skill in electrical wiring of equipment and system control panels.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and piping and instrumentation diagrams (PIDs).
• Familiarity with NFPA 70E and arc flash requirements.
• Proficiency with electrical sensors, actuators, and safety devices, including photo-eyes, proximity sensors, and limit switches.
• Proficiency with industrial machine Ethernet networking and understanding of HMIs; basic understanding of SCADA.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and manufacturing experience.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills; ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, and to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to perform calculations and apply basic algebra and geometry, reason through standardized problems, and make sound decisions about resource utilization and needs.
• Analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, customer service, dependability, safety, and technical skills, including a focus on results and process improvement and the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting and moving up to 50 pounds and performing maintenance tasks throughout the refinery facility.

Nice To Haves

• Allen-Bradley/Rockwell programming or related experience.
• Six months to one year of related experience and/or training is stated as preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Test, diagnose, and repair PLCs, motors, control devices, switch panels, transformers, solenoids, and other electrical equipment and components.
• Modify electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment to correct functional deviations according to manufacturer specifications.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment malfunctions or failures and perform preventive or corrective maintenance.
• Plan and record periodic testing and recommend or initiate modification or replacement of equipment that does not meet operating standards.
• Adjust equipment using HMIs, VFDs, and PLC programs.
• Diagnose problems with robot controllers, teach pendants, and programmable controllers; perform basic programming of automated machinery such as robots; operate automated machinery; test for malfunctions; and verify repairs.
• Document equipment changes or modifications and communicate them in writing or verbally to area supervisors, managers, and engineers.
• Perform assigned preventive maintenance tasks on automation and process equipment.
• Create, modify, and close maintenance work orders using SAP.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs, available the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life insurance and AD&D.
• Short-term disability.
• Vacation, holiday, and sick time.

What This Job Offers

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