Plant Maintenance Technician- 1st shift

Knorr-Bremse • Huntington, WV

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Level A Plant Maintenance Technician leads complex maintenance and automation projects, performs advanced diagnostics, and supports system upgrades and integration. The role is critical to plant reliability and innovation. The position is on-site in Huntington, Indiana, and is listed as 1st shift.

Requirements

• Technical degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Expertise in PLC programming, automation, and controls.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Strategic thinking and a continuous-improvement focus.
• Ability to work independently and mentor junior technicians.
• Time management and reliability.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of industrial Ethernet, instrumentation, and energy systems.
• Knowledge of and compliance with NFPA, NEC, and OSHA standards.
• Knowledge of networked control systems and industrial Ethernet.
• Advanced instrumentation and process-control skills.
• Expertise in PLC diagnostics and minor programming.
• Expertise with VFDs, hydraulics, and root-cause analysis.
• Expertise in HVAC, plumbing, and welding.
• Expertise in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Expertise in hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Strong documentation and reporting abilities.
• Strong initiative and problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced troubleshooting and repair of complex systems.
• Perform full PLC diagnostics and minor programming, including Allen-Bradley and Siemens systems.
• Maintain SCADA and HMI systems.
• Support robotics and automation systems.
• Perform advanced electrical diagnostics and controls work.
• Manage maintenance projects, system upgrades, and retrofits.
• Provide technical training and development for team members.
• Communicate with and assist outside vendors.
• Perform electrical panel work and wiring at all voltages.
• Install electrical infrastructure at all voltages.
• Repair and install plumbing, including black iron pipe, PVC, and pneumatic tubing.
• Calibrate sensors and instrumentation.
• Maintain HVAC systems.
• Fabricate and weld complex components using MIG and stick welding.

Benefits

• Attractive package
• Exciting and varied job in an international environment

What This Job Offers

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