Shop Technician

Duties/Responsibilities

• Program, modify, and troubleshoot Allen Bradley PLC systems for new and used equipment
• Support continuous improvement projects by leveraging controls expertise
• Observe functioning of equipment to detect hazards, problems, and the need for service, repair, and/or replacement of electrical, electronic components and mechanical components
• Strong understanding of electronic and electrical schematics; draws sketches to clarify design details and functional criteria of electronic units
• Able to disassemble machinery or equipment to remove parts and make repairs
• Analyze test results, machine error messages, or information obtained from observation to diagnose equipment problems
• Record repairs and maintenance performed in the central database

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Substantial understanding of AC and DC electrical systems
• Intermediate to High skill level with Mechanical aptitude/ability
• High level of electrical aptitude / ability
• Experience with pneumatics and electricity
• Experience working in an industrial environment
• Associates degree in electronics technology or equivalent certification
• Basic working knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC hardware and software (RSLogix, Studio 5000, PanelView, etc.)
• Valid driver’s license

Physical/Travel Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to ten pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to fifty pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than one hundred pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Travel is required for all shop technicians

About Our Company

SIGMA Group is an employee-owned company based in Evansville, Indiana, with 100 team members supporting manufacturers worldwide. Since 2003, we’ve helped companies in the food, beverage, packaging, and consumer goods industries buy, sell, appraise, integrate, and manage production equipment. Our goal is simple: extend the life of valuable assets and make equipment easier to move, reuse, or resell. By doing so, we help our customers recover value, reduce waste, and keep production moving all while supporting a more sustainable, circular economy.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive health and wellness plan
• Flexible paid time off and paid holidays
• Team-building activities
• ESOP participation and 401(k) savings plan

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sigma Equipment is an Equal Opportunity employer and is dedicated to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.