Systems Technician (Experienced)

Responsibilities

• Independently install, test, maintain, diagnose, and troubleshoot multiple types of PLC and motion control systems.
• Lead maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial electronic equipment.
• Manage hydraulic and pneumatic system diagnostics and repairs.
• Install and maintain communication cables, power distribution cables, and complex wiring systems.
• Ensure equipment assembly and disassembly meets and exceeds maintenance standards.
• Quickly respond and provide corrective action to alarms and out-of-parameter readings.
• Review and modify control logic, adjust set points, and diagnose electrical wiring issues.
• Monitor critical systems (e.g., chemical tanks, boiler systems) and take preventive action.
• Proactively identify potential issues or hazards before impact to operations.
• Provide rapid response to equipment problems to keep vital machinery operational.
• Lead production start-up and shut-down activities.
• Direct R&D testing activities including complex wiring, unwiring, and system troubleshooting.
• Work collaboratively with engineers on tests, pilot runs, and process improvements.
• Participate in and lead continuous improvement projects.
• Support R&D involvement in initial production and plant troubleshooting.
• Install, test, maintain, and troubleshoot computer systems and servers.
• Support network equipment and industrial LANs.
• Maintain security systems and video surveillance infrastructure.
• Diagnose and resolve network connectivity and communication issues.
• Perform and oversee preventative maintenance tasks (filters, water tanks, scale accuracy, label systems).
• Accurately maintain company required performance and maintenance records.
• Ensure all procedures are carefully followed and improved upon.
• Technical leadership:
• Mentor Systems Technician team members to grow abilities.
• Share technical expertise to build team capabilities.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineering management on projects and complex problems.
• Collaborate with maintenance, electromechanical teams and operations staff.

Qualifications

• Advanced ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematic diagrams, ladder logic, and electrical code.
• Deep knowledge of electronic principles and their application to equipment troubleshooting.
• Strong proficiency with multiple PLC platforms and programming.
• Experience with motion control systems, servo drives, and VFDs.
• Solid understanding of industrial networks, protocols, and communication systems.
• Proficiency with computers, HMI systems, and diagnostic software.
• Demonstrated competencies in results-oriented behavior, effective problem solving, leadership, self-direction, attention to detail, systems thinking, and safety focus.