PLC Technician

CIRCUIT OF THE AMERICAS LLC • Austin, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Circuit of The Americas (COTA) is a 365-entertainment destination in Austin, Texas, hosting major motorsports events and concerts. Its amusement park, COTALAND, is scheduled to open in 2026.

COTA is seeking a Ride PLC Technician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot programmable logic controller systems for amusement park rides and attractions. The role supports the safety, reliability, and efficiency of ride control systems through inspections, diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and repairs to electrical and automation components. This is an onsite, full-time position.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or technical certification in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience working with PLCs such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar in an industrial or amusement park setting.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical systems, sensors, and motor controls.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build productive relationships across organizational levels.
• Ability to make timely decisions, incorporate input, and move decisions forward.
• Adaptability to changing trends and circumstances, with willingness to learn from past mistakes.
• Ability to organize people and processes and plan workflows to complete projects.
• Trustworthiness and commitment to truthful, direct, and honest communication.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work outdoors, at heights, and in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform required physical tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of ride-system safety standards, including NFPA 70E, OSHA, and ASTM F24.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair PLC-based ride control systems to support safe and optimal operation.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on ride electrical and automation systems.
• Modify and update PLC programs to improve ride performance and reliability.
• Work with electrical schematics, ladder logic diagrams, and HMI systems.
• Diagnose and resolve control-system faults involving sensors, motors, VFDs, and safety circuits.
• Collaborate with ride operators and maintenance teams to support smooth operations.
• Document maintenance activities, programming changes, and system upgrades.
• Follow safety regulations and park policies for electrical and automation work.
• Assist with new ride installations, commissioning, and system integrations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree