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

Central Business Solutions • Gainesville, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a full-time PLC Technician to join our team. This role involves extensive experience in troubleshooting, interpreting, modifying, and programming PLCs, with a strong preference for Allen Bradley PLCs. You will be responsible for improving equipment reliability and uptime through effective maintenance and troubleshooting, as well as researching and procuring necessary supplies, parts, and machines. The position also includes 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.
• 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 (Allen Bradley a plus).
• Familiarity with control logic, ladder logic, or industrial automation concepts.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, interpret, modify, and program PLCs.
• Work with Allen Bradley PLCs.
• Use control logic and ladder logic for automation systems.
• Draw and design PLC and electrical circuits.
• Troubleshoot, design, upgrade, and install electrical equipment, circuits, and systems.
• Improve equipment reliability and uptime through effective maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Research and procure necessary supplies, parts, and machines to complete work orders.
• Perform and document work orders and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Maintain 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