Controls Technician

Carlisle•Carlisle, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM) is seeking a Controls Technician to join its Maintenance team on second shift in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. This position maintains and improves the reliability of control systems on automated production equipment. When production system performance falls below acceptable levels, the technician supports troubleshooting efforts to avoid or minimize interruptions to production. The role calls for attention to detail, electrical aptitude, and comfort working with computers and industrial controls software.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and a degree from a technical school, or industrial maintenance certifications such as PLC or Machine Logic; alternatively, a high school diploma or GED and 5 or more years of experience as a controls technician in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Experience wiring and programming Allen Bradley CompactLogix and ControlLogix and GE/Emerson 9030 and RX3i PLC controls is preferred.
Knowledge of PLC languages such as ladder logic and structured text.
Proficiency configuring, modifying, and troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, sensors, DC drives, and VFDs.
Industrial electrical AC/DC troubleshooting skills.
High degree of skill with PCs and networking, including installing software, changing adapter settings, navigating directory structures, and changing IP addresses.
Ability to use electrical instruments, such as multimeters, to troubleshoot control systems.
Awareness of electrical codes such as NEC.
Ability to work as a team player and pass information and training on to others.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to interpret and redline electrical schematics.
Familiarity with electrical safe work practices.
Critical thinking, troubleshooting, and problem-solving ability.
Understanding of OSHA and related industrial safety protocols.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, push and pull up to 50 pounds, bend and stoop while working in low machine areas, reach above shoulder level, climb stairs or ladders, walk between campus areas, stand for most of the shift, and sit while working at computers.
Ability to see and recognize hazards, warnings, and equipment malfunctions; use fingers and hands to operate tools; and effectively communicate with team members, supervisors, management, and other campus employees.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems.
Experience with wiring and programming Allen Bradley CompactLogix and ControlLogix and GE/Emerson 9030 and RX3i PLC controls.
Technical military specialties are considered.

Responsibilities

Lead troubleshooting of electrical and automation issues on the assigned shift, assisting electrical and mechanical technicians with preventive maintenance, breakdowns, and other work orders as needed.
Install, configure, maintain, or replace industrial control devices such as HMIs, VFDs, and PLCs.
Respond to significant plant downtime events and initiate problem-solving activities.
Support implementation and improvement of preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
Support new equipment installation and startup.
Select and procure replacement or upgrade hardware.
Perform necessary calibration of electrical control components.
Work with controls engineering on controls-related projects.
Evaluate electrical equipment operation and recommend actions when malfunctions occur or improvements are needed.
Complete preventive maintenance work orders and capture and communicate associated data.
Maintain plant electrical control systems on equipment such as mixers, conveyors, compressors, hydraulics, motors, pneumatics, and pumps.
Research information required to maintain hardware and modify software, and attend training classes.
Comply with regulatory, Carlisle, and departmental policies, procedures, and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.