Automation Maintenance Technician, 480V/PLC Systems

Job Description

Job Description

Do You Keep Complex Machines Running?

If your answer is yes—and you can trace a fault from a sensor to a PLC input to a relay without missing a beat—this role is for you.

What You’ll Tackle

• Diagnose and repair industrial electrical and production equipment to cut downtime
• Handle 480V power, motors, VFDs, contactors, relays, overloads, sensors, and control circuits
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems and I/O (Allen-Bradley)
• Read wiring diagrams and electrical schematics to pinpoint issues
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance routines
• Service conveyors, bearings, gearboxes, chains/sprockets, hydraulics, and pneumatics

When You’ll Work

12-hour 2-2-3 schedule

• Days: 5:45 AM–6:00 PM
• Nights: 5:45 PM–6:00 AM

Candidates must be open to either day or night shift. Shift will be assigned after training based on business needs.

Your Background

Industrial/manufacturing maintenance experience with strong electrical troubleshooting skills. Mechanical maintenance experience preferred.

Skills Checklist

• PLC troubleshooting skills
• PLC wiring experience
• Electrical schematics and electrical schematic reading
• Electrical troubleshooting skills
• Mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Pneumatics experience and pneumatics troubleshooting
• 120/208/240/480 voltage systems
• Motor replacement/repair/maintenance
• Troubleshooting industrial automation equipment
• Industrial electrical experience
• Hydraulic systems & components
• Mechanical systems & component repair
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

Tech You’ll Use

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Programmable Logic Controllers (Allen-Bradley)
• Conveyor systems
• Servo motors

Pay & Benefits

Starting at $29.85–$34.25/hr based on experience, with performance-based progression to approximately $38/hr . Night shift differential, benefits, and relocation assistance for qualifying candidates.