Plant Controls & Automation Technician

CMC•Birmingham, AL

14d

About The Position

At CMC, our people power the steel that strengthens communities. Bring your controls expertise to a high-impact role where safety, precision, and teamwork drive results.

Requirements

Thrives in fast-paced operations; able to stand, walk, bend, and work at heights for extended periods.
Logical, analytical thinker with strong problem-solving ability.
Proven AC/DC troubleshooting capability (required).
Demonstrated skill in electrical controls maintenance and repair.
Working knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics; solid electrical/mechanical maintenance fundamentals.
Thorough understanding of electrical safe work practices.
Available for rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Background with melting, casting, and rolling equipment (preferred).
3+ years of industrial maintenance experience (preferred).
MRO familiarity; SAP experience (preferred).
NFPA 70E familiarity (preferred).
Siemens and/or other PLC troubleshooting experience (preferred).
Excellent multitasking; able to manage priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

Own safety: follow all PPE and safety standards; actively participate in CMC Safety Programs.
Coordinate with ARP Planners to sequence and prioritize maintenance work.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues in AC/DC motor controls, PLC platforms, electrical drives, and high-voltage systems; read and interpret electrical/electronic schematics.
Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on shop machinery, mobile equipment, HVAC systems, PLC networks, and cranes.
Maintain broad competency across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, distribution control, fluidic, and electrical systems.
Record all work performed—repairs, materials used, and time—accurately.
Execute corrective and preventive maintenance: replace parts, adjust and calibrate, assemble/install, test, and complete PM tasks on manufacturing equipment.
Support maintenance and production teams with technical guidance.
Maintain clean and orderly work areas as part of daily housekeeping.
Leverage the SAP maintenance module for work execution, documentation, time entry, and corrective action tracking.
Use diagnostic tools such as digital voltmeters, paper recorders, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and related electronic instruments.