PLC Technician ( Full-time ) Gainesville, GA - DK

Central Business Solutions • Gainesville, GA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The PLC Technician will be responsible for troubleshooting, interpreting, modifying, and programming PLCs, with a strong emphasis on Allen Bradley PLCs. This role involves working with control logic and ladder logic for automation systems, as well as drawing and designing PLC and electrical circuits. The technician will also troubleshoot, design, upgrade, and install electrical equipment, circuits, and systems, aiming to improve equipment reliability and uptime through effective maintenance and troubleshooting. Responsibilities include researching and procuring necessary supplies, parts, and machines, performing and documenting work orders and preventative maintenance tasks, and maintaining accurate records.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and components such as motors, VFDs, sensors, relays, and control panels.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting aptitude with a willingness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Electrical PLC Heavy Industrial Maintenance experience

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree, technical certificate, or recent completion of a trade school program in Industrial Automation, electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field, preferred.
• Entry-level candidates or recent graduates are encouraged to apply; relevant internship, co-op, academic projects, or hands-on lab experience will be considered.
• Exposure to PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), including troubleshooting or programming through coursework, labs, or work experience, preferred (Allen Bradley a plus).
• Familiarity with control logic, ladder logic, or industrial automation concepts.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting, interpreting, modifying, and programming PLCs.
• Working with Allen Bradley PLCs.
• Using control logic and ladder logic for automation systems.
• Drawing and designing PLC and electrical circuits.
• Troubleshooting, designing, upgrading, and installing electrical equipment, circuits, and systems.
• Improving equipment reliability and uptime through effective maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Researching and procuring necessary supplies, parts, and machines to complete work orders.
• Performing and documenting work orders and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Maintaining accurate records, including maintenance logs, manuals, drawings, and preventative maintenance (PM) logs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED