Industrial Automation Controls Reliability Technician

Engagement Details

Contract: approximately 6–12 months
Schedule: Day shift, Monday–Friday, 6:00/7:00 a.m. to 2:30/3:30 p.m., plus most Saturdays
Compensation: Up to $48.00 per hour, based on proven work history
Worksite: Floor-based, automated manufacturing environment in Bolingbrook, IL

What You’ll Drive

• Controls and automation troubleshooting across servo and motion systems, CNC controls, HMIs, and industrial electrical systems
• Fanuc robot diagnostics with the ability to make basic program adjustments
• Safety PLC checks and machine safety system validation
• Vision system support to sustain quality and throughput
• Rapid response to breakdowns: root-cause electrical/controls diagnosis, safe restoration, and close collaboration with maintenance teammates
• Preventive and predictive maintenance: execute PMs, refine PM strategies, document findings and corrective actions in CMMS, and flag emerging failure patterns
• Adherence to OSHA, NFPA, arc-flash, and LOTO standards while leading safe troubleshooting practices

Reporting & Work Style

• Reports directly to the Maintenance Manager
• Hands-on, floor-first approach with flexibility to support critical downtime or project needs

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of industrial controls/electrical troubleshooting
• Deep familiarity with Allen‑Bradley PLCs, ladder logic diagnostics, HMIs, servo and motion control, CNC equipment, and plant‑floor electrical systems
• Experience with Fanuc robots (troubleshooting required; programming preferred)
• Ability to read and apply electrical schematics
• Comfort working within automated machining/manufacturing environments
• Proven, methodical problem solver

Preferred Extras

• PLC integration or program modification experience
• Safety PLC troubleshooting background
• Exposure to machine vision platforms
• Working knowledge of CNC programming
• CMMs proficiency
• Training/education in Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Integrity Matters

By applying, you attest that the information you provide is accurate and complete; falsification or misrepresentation may result in an offer being declined, rescinded, or in termination after hire.

Background Check

A successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team.