Electrical/PLC Technician
About The Position
The Electrical/PLC Technician performs skilled electrical and mechanical work, including troubleshooting, installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of electrical and mechanical systems, equipment, and fixtures in a Land Application System and related facilities. This role maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and installs production and plant equipment, with a focus on PLC controllers, HMIs, drives, controls, motors, and related systems. The position works in a manufacturing environment using specialized equipment. It is full-time, with Monday-through-Friday hours on second or third shifts, rotating weekend coverage, and occasional overtime as needed. The technician must be available for emergency call-ins on weekends, holidays, and after hours. Little to no travel is expected. The position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
Requirements
- At least 10 years of trades experience, or equivalent technical training and experience.
- Strong PC skills, including PLC programming and troubleshooting.
- Strong knowledge of drives, controls, motors, and PLC applications.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills for relay- and PLC-controlled machines.
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with little supervision.
- Availability for off-shifts, weekends, and holidays for on-call response to building or production emergencies.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Maintenance experience or certification.
- Advanced electrical and electronics training or certification.
- Familiarity with pumps and motors, including their control and monitoring systems.
Responsibilities
- Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install production and plant equipment.
- Troubleshoot and program PLC controllers, Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and drives.
- Maintain or modify PLC controllers and software programs using a personal computer or laptop.
- Test and replace electrical components, including electronic drives, relays, switches, sensors, printed circuit boards, temperature controllers, and related electronic equipment.
- Diagnose malfunctioning transformers, motors, blowers, and lighting fixtures.
- Install power supply wiring and conduit for new and existing machinery.
- Plan, lay out, and install complicated electrical equipment controls and wiring for plant or production machinery.
- Work out installation details and wire complicated circuits with numerous connections; perform standard tests and make adjustments as needed.
- Assist with general repairs, new installations, and troubleshooting PLC-driven equipment.
- Assist with instruction and training on electronic equipment as required.
- Work with and make recommendations to the Plant Engineer regarding production machinery upgrades or improvements.
- Assist mechanics and electricians with general maintenance activities on special projects.
- Respond to production or plant-related emergencies through on-call availability, including weekends and after hours.
- Follow prescribed safety regulations and procedures; maintain an orderly work area and equipment, and report unusual conditions to appropriate supervision.
- Perform other related duties as assigned or directed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
