Maintenance Drive/PLC Technician

International Paper•Mansfield, LA

1d•$40 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

The Drive/PLC Specialist is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of industrial control systems, including AC/DC drives, motors, PLCs, HMIs, and motor management systems.

Requirements

Minimum Level 2 Certification Level
Strong safety focus and troubleshooting skills
Works well with others and able to work in a team-based environment
Willing to work flexible hours, which could include accepting callouts and working overtime on short notice
Continued advancement in Drives and PLCs is expected.
Action Oriented
Drive for Results
Organizing
Timely Decision Making
Customer Focus
Time Management
Self-Development
Technical Learning

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on AC and DC drives, motors, and control systems.
Diagnose and repair faults in PLCs, HMIs, and motor management systems.
Utilize diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve system issues.
Support predictive maintenance efforts using vibration analysis, thermal imaging, and motor diagnostics.
Install, configure, and commission drive and PLC systems in new and existing equipment.
Tune drive parameters for optimal motor performance and process efficiency.
Integrate control systems with plant-wide automation platforms and DCS systems.
Develop and modify PLC programs using ladder logic, structured text, and function block diagrams.
Configure drive systems for torque control, speed regulation, and load sharing in multi-motor applications.
Configure communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus) between control devices.
Maintain and update HMI screens for operator interaction and process monitoring.
Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to improve machine uptime and product quality.
Analyze system performance data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
Provide technical support during shutdowns, startups, and capital projects.
Maintain accurate records of system configurations, wiring diagrams, and software backups.
Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards (NFPA 70E, OSHA), and company policies.
Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.