Automation Technician

About the role

The Automation Technician I uses knowledge of electronics, mechanics, automation and computer-controlled systems to troubleshoot, maintain and repair a wide range of automated production equipment. This includes work on PLC-controlled equipment (Allen–Bradley), HMI systems, instrumentation, sensors, motors, and other components essential to plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Automated Systems using Allen–Bradley PLCs and a computer.
• Troubleshoot the automation system using various PLC programs.
• Maintain and troubleshoot HMI Systems, making adjustments or modifications as needed.
• Perform checks and calibration of plant floor equipment.
• Perform scheduled and corrective maintenance work.
• Interpret and update electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, P&ID diagrams and redlined plans.
• Document maintenance tasks using a CMMS system.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Associate's or Technical Degree in Electrical Technology or related field required.
• Experience with reading mechanical drawings and electrical schematics including knowledge of redlining schematics for updates required.
• Experience with wiring electrical control panels or equipment remote actuators and inputs and outputs as well plumbing equipment, pneumatic or/and hydraulic lines required.
• Experience planning, selecting, testing, installing and maintaining equipment and other types of systems required.
• Minimum one (1) year of related experience required.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

Qualifications

To Deliver These Results:

• An associate’s or technical degree in electrical technology or related field.
• Experience with reading mechanical drawings and electrical schematics including knowledge of redlining schematics for updates.
• Experience with wiring electrical control panels or equipment remote actuators and inputs and outputs as well plumbing equipment, pneumatic or/and hydraulic lines.
• Experience planning, selecting, testing, installing and maintaining equipment and other types of systems.
• At least one (1) year of related experience.

Skills

Associate’s or Technical Degree in Electrical Technology or related field required. Experience with reading mechanical drawings and electrical schematics including knowledge of redlining schematics for updates required. Experience with wiring electrical control panels or equipment remote actuators and inputs and outputs as well plumbing equipment, pneumatic or/and hydraulic lines required. Experience planning, selecting, testing, installing and maintaining equipment and other types of systems required. Minimum one (1) year of related experience required. Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

Benefits

Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions
• 3 Weeks PTO on day 1
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Advancement Opportunities
• Healthy work/life balance

Pay

$36.56$1.50 shift differential2 pay increases within first year!

Schedule

2-2-3 12 hours shift 6pm to 6am