Industrial Automation & Maintenance Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial machinery, automated equipment, and production systems.
• Inspect, clean, lubricate, align, and adjust mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components.
• Diagnose and repair motors, drives, bearings, actuators, shafts, and high-load components.
• Use precision diagnostic and alignment tools to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Install, configure, program, and troubleshoot PLC systems and industrial automation hardware.
• Work with PLC platforms such as Beckhoff, Siemens, or equivalent.
• Read and interpret PLC I/O maps, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints.
• Install and troubleshoot VFDs, control panels, sensors, relays, and motor control systems.
• Support and maintain HMI and SCADA systems.
• Troubleshoot industrial communication networks including Ethernet, EtherCAT, Profibus, DeviceNet, or similar protocols.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting to identify root causes of equipment failures.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and recommend long-term corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability, safety, and efficiency.
• Assist in equipment upgrades, rebuilds, and process optimization projects.
• Support or lead installation, commissioning, and startup of new machinery and automation systems.
• Absorb and communicate technical information effectively to team members.
• Document all maintenance activities, PLC changes, repairs, and parts usage accurately.
• Maintain records in CMMS systems, including asset history and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory standards, and quality requirements.
• Ability to modify, update, and maintain electrical schematics and control drawings, ensuring accuracy reflects field changes, upgrades, and PLC or controls modifications.
• Ensure electrical documentation remains current and compliant with internal standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

Safety & Compliance

• Strictly follow all safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Identify and report safety hazards, incidents, or near-misses immediately.
• Ensure work is performed in compliance with OSHA, company, and industry safety standards.

Qualifications

• Education & Training:
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical certification or vocational training in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Automation, Electrical, or Mechanical Systems preferred.
• Experience:
• Proven experience in industrial maintenance and automation within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with PLC systems, controls, and automated equipment.
• Technical Skills:
• Advanced mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting.
• PLC programming, diagnostics, and system updates.
• Ability to read and interpret complex technical documentation.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and CMMS systems.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with three-phase electrical systems, including power distribution, motor controls, and industrial equipment applications.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and safely work on low- and high-voltage three-phase systems, including motors, VFDs, and control panels.
• Understanding of electrical load balancing, protection devices, and safe work practices in industrial environments.
• Personal Attributes:
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and adaptability.

Reporting

• Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Schedule

• Monday to Friday with an on-site hybrid schedule (5:00AM to 1:30PM or 1:30PM to 10:30PM)