PLC Technician

About the role

Responsible for performing general maintenance and repairs on facility equipment and property structures, and participating in preventative maintenance activities (both routine and project based).

Ensures proper PLC functionality through routine checks and assistance in PLC programming.

All work will be completed in compliance with Hydro safety policies, EPA, Hazmat and OSHA safety rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supports and sponsors all continuous reliability improvement standards and practices
• Implements preventative maintenance measures
• Maintains inventory of repair equipment and supplies
• Performs minor building, HVAC, plumbing, electrical and painting repairs as necessary
• Responds quickly in the event of an emergency, notifies appropriate personnel and follows safety protocol
• Performs routine checks of PLC software/hardware to ensure proper functionality of the automated controls within the Extrusion Presses and rack-handling systems
• Engages in continuous improvement and risk-prevention initiatives by crafting and installing new controls as needed (i.e. guarding on equipment)

Requirements

• Good understanding of PLC software
• Fulfills applicable Job Safety Analysis and Work Instructions
• Understands and follows all safety policies
• Able to work set schedule for full 12-hour shift
• Works in both hot and cold conditions

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• PLC certification required
• Minimum 2 years of maintenance/PLC experience preferred
• Electrical, Hydraulic, and/or Pneumatic schooling/certificates plus
• Basic computer application skills
• Understanding of PLC functionality
• Ability to read a tape measure
• Basic mathematical skills
• Ability to use power tools and other industrial maintenance equipment
• Basic understanding of electrical and hydraulic applications

Skills

• Preferred: Electrical, Hydraulic, and/or Pneumatic schooling/certificates
• Basic computer application skills
• Understanding of PLC functionality
• Ability to read a tape measure
• Basic mathematical skills
• Ability to use power tools and other industrial maintenance equipment
• Basic understanding of electrical and hydraulic applications

Benefits

• Medical
• Rx
• Dental
• Disability
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave
• Shift hours: Rotating Shift 6pm - 6am

Pay

N/A

Schedule

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Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us. As part of our recruitment process, we may use job-related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work-related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions. If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at recruiting.north.america@hydro.com