Automation Technician

About Us Blue Ridge Automation is a leading automation company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency for our clients. We pride ourselves on our commitment to our core values: Teamwork, Character, Grit, Excellence, Progress, and Vision. Job Summary Blue Ridge Automation is seeking to fill a full-time Automation Technician position. This position will be responsible for supporting engineering and maintenance with electrical and automation troubleshooting; start-up, and commissioning support to reduce downtime, machine reliability, and increase production. list of things this position will be responsible for. Industrial Automation Technicians may be embedded at remote locations along with working out of the Blue Ridge office, or visiting client sites as needed for installs or other purposes. Job Details Position Type: Hourly Full-Time Location: Onsite at Blue Ridge Client in Indianapolis Shift: 12 hour day shift. Rotating every other weekend (Week 1: Mon, Thurs, Fri. Week 2: Tues, Wed, Sat, Sun) Key Responsibilities Troubleshoot, repair, and install various electrical equipment, motors, VFDs, control components, instrumentation, PLC’s, etc.Utilize and interpret technical documentation such as electrical diagrams, mechanical schematics, technical publications, OEM blueprints, etc.Follow client site SOPs, adhere to all plant and company safety standards, and understand and execute the customers' permit process.Follow Blue Ridge Automation SOPs, and complete daily planned work orders as assigned.Communicate effectively with plant operations in order to build and maintain good relationships with clients.Work with Plant Planner/Supervisor for improvements and repairs.Utilize customers' CMMS system.Source materials in emergency situations.Other duties and responsibilities as needed in alignment with the role. Job Requirements Experience with basic office programs to complete expense reports, quote materials, and generate reports.Effective time management and prioritization skills3+ years of industrial electrical or service experienceUnderstanding various PLC programming methodsExperience with HMI & SCADAExperience with Industrial Communications like Asi bus, Device Net, and EthernetAbility to follow preventive and predictive maintenance methodsProficiency in utilizing and interpreting technical documentationAbility to work with others and independentlyUnderstand 480V and 277V systemsExperience in GMP regulated manufacturing environments preferredUnderstanding of control voltages, 24V, 120V, 0-10V, 0-15V, 4-20maAbility to troubleshoot and problem solve through technical solutions and know when to escalate to other teams or departments as needed. Headquartered in Indiana, Blue Ridge began in 2011 focused on complex food and beverage liquid processing system automation. As the company grew, so did our list of innovative solutions for our clients: better data visibility, electrical planning and facility power safety, and finding skilled technicians to augment their teams. Our goal is to empower clients with the tools needed to own their operations, and sustain long-term growth. We want businesses coming back to work with us because they want to, never because they have to. Today, our diverse team of experts provide custom turnkey solutions to leading companies in a range of industries: