Plc Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four to six years of industrial maintenance electrical, PLC, or related experience; manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of PLC control systems, power distribution systems, sensors, transmitters, automatic valves, and integrated electromechanical systems.
• Basic knowledge of boilers, air compressors, ammonia refrigeration systems, and wastewater systems.
• General knowledge of blueprints; ability to read equipment specifications, installation instructions, blueprints, and ladder logic.
• Ability to perform required preventive, productive, predictive, and scheduled maintenance procedures.
• Ability to perform electrical repairs, including motor wiring, motor starter fuses, and basic electrical troubleshooting and repairs.
• Ability to perform complex activities and repairs independently and complete projects from planning through installation.
• Ability to present options and ideas for current processes or procedures; adapt to and manage change; and work effectively in a team.
• Ability to diagnose problems and take appropriate steps to find solutions.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• A state-certified electrician license and other certifications and/or licenses may be required during employment.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from a trade school or technical school, preferably in industrial automation, electricity-electronics, PLC, or a related area.
• Industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and field devices.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust power and motor control systems and frequency drives.
• Locate, diagnose, and repair problems that cause equipment downtime or unsatisfactory performance.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled work and preventive and predictive maintenance to support the goal of zero downtime and 100% efficiency.
• Monitor PLC devices and systems and test connections between PLC devices and other equipment.
• Conduct regular safety inspections.
• Use the CMMS to develop and maintain accurate parts inventory levels and asset performance records.
• Maintain and repair equipment throughout the plant and plant utilities; assist with setup and installation of new equipment utilities, including compressed air/pneumatics, water systems, refrigeration, steam, heat, and ventilation.
• Provide technical support to users and other technicians.
• Train and mentor team members, including technicians and operators.
• Document and maintain procedural documents.
• Communicate with departments, management, and employees about problems or concerns that may restrict production efficiency.
• Stay current on products, equipment, technology, and techniques.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes using a continuous-improvement mindset.
• Maintain safe working conditions and comply with state and federal health and safety regulations.
• Follow DFA good manufacturing practices and corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.