Controls Technician

Metrolina Greenhouses Inc.•Huntersville, NC

19d

About The Position

The Specialist -Control Technician will manage and assist with PLC and automated systems troubleshooting and maintenance. The technician will also assist with installation, implementation, and troubleshooting of newly designed systems. They are responsible for managing work orders and projects. They may be responsible for delegating some workload as needed and ensure work orders are completely fully and timely.

Requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Basic knowledge of hand and power tools.
Understanding of electrical control circuits and hardware (relays, contactors, overloads, switches, etc.)
Experience using multimeters (voltmeter, amp meter, Megger, etc.)
Ability to make minor and/or major modifications to PLC/Argus programs as requested.
1 to 3 years of experience in a similar role.

Nice To Haves

Proficient in working with PLC/Argus system software (GE, Horner, Omron, etc).
Experience creating and modifying PLC/Argus programs.
Ability to create HMI/SCADA system screens.
Proficient in creating schematics and wiring diagrams using Microsoft Visio.
Experience building control panels based off schematics and wiring diagrams.
Associate’s degree in electrical engineering, Automation Technology, or a related field preferred.
Relevant certifications or training in PLC programming, automation systems, or electrical control systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

Work with the order system to manage assigned work orders
Ensure assigned work orders are completed in a timely fashion
Troubleshoot problems in electrical control panels, sensors, and other automation hardware
Delegate work as appropriate to assistant technicians to ensure proper completion of work
Manage and execute projects to ensure completion by desired deadlines
Responsible for cross-departmental communication to ensure jobs are completed
Respond to all necessary communications such as via email and phone calls for support across the greenhouse
Maintain the operation of PLC/Argus systems, making programming changes as required
Monitor PLC/Argus systems for alarms and correct issues expediently as they arise
Other duties as assigned by management