Controls Technician

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs all electrical work in compliance with the National Electric Code.
• Performs emergency repairs in a timely manner to offset excessive downtime and production delays.
• Performs equipment calibrations for temperature and pressure sensors and transducers.
• Use appropriate tools and test instruments to diagnose, isolate, and correct malfunctions.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electronic hydraulic valves, electronic pneumatic valves, electrical/electronic equipment.
• Diagnose and replace defective PLC I/O cards.
• Diagnose and replace defective temperature controllers, including transferring parameter sets into the new controllers.
• Diagnose and replace defective pressure controllers, including transferring parameter sets into the new controllers.
• Diagnose and replace defective Variable Frequency Drives, including transferring parameter sets into the new drives.
• Diagnose and repair various fieldbus communications including ProfiBus, ProfiNet, DeviceNet, RS-485, MODBUS RTU, MODBUS TCP, and others.
• Performs backups of HMI’s, PLC’s, VFD’s, and process controllers.
• Restores backups of HMI’s, PLC’s, VFD’s, and process controllers for the purpose of replacing defective equipment.
• Performs PID tuning and adjustments for optimizing process controllers.
• Read PLC Programs for diagnostics and Troubleshooting. Must be able to work with Siemens Step 5, Siemens Step 7, Allen Bradley SLC 5, Allen Bradley MicroLogix and others.
• Apply Ω’s Law for advanced troubleshooting of electrical malfunctions.
• Correctly identify, adjust, or replace limit switches and sensors.
• Comply with safety procedures including Lock Out Tag Out. Any activity that is required to maintain ISO certification.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent. Electrical and/or mechanical trade background preferred. Knowledge of industrial automation systems and equipment. Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Valid driver’s license and good driving record. Must be able to pass a drug screening and background check.

Skills

• Electrical and/or mechanical trade background.
• Knowledge of industrial automation systems and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Pay

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour based on experience.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate shift work needs.