Controls Technician - DC

Ross Stores • Buckeye, AZ

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and enhancing the accuracy, reliability, and data credibility of PLC and PC-based automation systems. This role effectively utilizes building management system interface tools and equipment to achieve efficiency and communicates and partners with internal engineering staff and equipment vendors.

Requirements

• Functional familiarity with HVAC principles for Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Knowledgeable in the assembly of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, robotic operation and vision systems, and the ability to assemble new equipment and modify existing manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to connect, test, and maintain electrical systems for climate control, security, and communications.
• Understanding of 3 phase distribution and 3 phase power transmission systems.
• Firm grasp on testing 3 phase related equipment 480v and below.
• Familiarity with Energy management (BMS) software and hardware.
• Clear understanding of power systems grounding and safe grounding practices.
• Familiarity with Motor Control Center (MCC).
• Understanding of Arc Flash Hazard.
• Familiarity with electrical construction and configuration (hardware/software) of basic electrical components used in automation systems: Solenoids – Beacons – Proximity Switches, etc.
• Understanding of PLC Hardware: Pico Controllers, MicroLogix 1500, CompactLogix, ControlLogix and SLC 500 systems. 1794 Flex I/O system.
• Must be flexible to work any shift and/or weekends as scheduled.
• Exhibit the ability to work independently, safely, and with limited supervision.
• Must place the utmost importance on working safely and maintain a safe work environment for yourself and others at all times.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with WAGO-I/O System, Siemens Simatic Step 7, Controller Area Network (CAN), B&R X67 I/O system.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform basic design of PLC logic, operator interface terminal, energy management systems, and electrical installations.
• Statistically interpret and improve automated system’s performance parameters at macro/micro level.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance for controls and systematize electrical/control parts inventory.
• Coordinate with vendors for the installation of electrical or controls as instructed.
• Maintain accurate record keeping such as work orders, timesheets, and parts requests.
• Maintain parts procedure and inventory control.
• Assist other members of the maintenance department as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed