Plc Programmer

Launch your career in industrial automation and manufacturing technology. We're seeking an Entry-Level PLC/Automation Technician to support the maintenance, troubleshooting, and improvement of automated manufacturing equipment.

About the role

In this role, you'll work with PLC-controlled systems, robotics, electrical and mechanical components, and production equipment to help keep operations running safely and efficiently. This is a great opportunity for someone with technical training, internship experience, or hands-on exposure to automation, maintenance, or manufacturing systems who wants to grow their skills in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled equipment and automated production systems.
• Assist with PLC programming and modifications to improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Perform preventive maintenance on controls, sensors, drives, and automation components.
• Diagnose equipment issues and help determine root causes to prevent repeat failures.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Support robotics, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ensure equipment operates safely and in compliance with company and industry standards.
• Document repairs, modifications, maintenance activities, and troubleshooting results.
• Partner with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to improve equipment uptime.

Requirements

• Technical degree, certification, trade school training, or equivalent hands-on experience in Electrical, Automation, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of PLCs, industrial controls, and automated equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn PLC programming, robotics, and advanced automation systems.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, CNC equipment, robotics, pneumatics, or hydraulics is a plus.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Pay

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Schedule

This is a Contract to Hire, fully onsite position based in Stillwater, OK.

Skills

• PLC Troubleshooting
• Automation Controls
• Allen-Bradley
• Robotics
• CNC Equipment
• Electrical Systems
• Pneumatics
• Hydraulics
• Preventive Maintenance
• Blueprint Reading
• Root Cause Analysis
• Industrial Maintenance