Plc Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: PLC Technician

Job Description

The PLC Technician performs preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on complex industrial manufacturing equipment, with a strong focus on PLC-controlled systems. This role involves diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical issues, supporting equipment installation and commissioning, and ensuring reliable and efficient operation of production machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on complex manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical systems to identify and resolve operational issues.
• Diagnose equipment failures using electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, PLC/HMI diagnostics, technical manuals, and diagnostic tools.
• Repair and replace motors, drives, sensors, actuators, valves, cylinders, bearings, gearboxes, pumps, and conveyors as needed.
• Troubleshoot basic PLC-controlled equipment and identify issues related to I/O, sensors, actuators, and communication signals.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting using appropriate meters and test equipment to verify circuits, components, and system performance.
• Conduct detailed equipment inspections and determine root causes of recurring failures, recommending and implementing corrective actions.
• Support equipment installation, startup, commissioning, and qualification activities to ensure proper integration and functionality.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to prioritize work, share technical insights, and maintain equipment documentation.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on PLC troubleshooting experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience performing preventive maintenance on industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience performing repairs on industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems.
• Proficiency in PLC troubleshooting, including I/O, sensor, actuator, and communication diagnostics.
• Ability to interpret and work from electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical manuals.
• Experience using meters and diagnostic test equipment for electrical and electronic troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated ability to repair and replace industrial components such as motors, drives, sensors, actuators, valves, cylinders, bearings, gearboxes, pumps, and conveyors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Mitsubishi PLCs is a strong plus.
• Previous cleanroom maintenance experience is preferred.
• Exposure to PLC programming is beneficial.
• Background in industrial manufacturing maintenance environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive and competitive rewards package designed to support their financial security, health, and professional growth. The organization offers 100% company-paid medical insurance, along with vision and dental coverage, helping employees and their families stay well cared for. A 401(k) plan with a 100% match at 3% and a 50% match at 6% supports long-term retirement planning. Tuition reimbursement encourages continuous learning and skill development, while childcare support of $250 per month helps ease daycare costs for parents.

Work Environment

The role is based in an industrial manufacturing environment working with complex, PLC-controlled equipment and a variety of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. The technician regularly uses diagnostic tools, electrical meters, and test equipment while working on motors, drives, sensors, actuators, valves, cylinders, bearings, gearboxes, pumps, and conveyors. Some work may be performed in cleanroom areas where adherence to cleanliness and procedural standards is important. The environment is hands-on and technical, requiring safe work practices around machinery and electrical systems, with appropriate work attire and personal protective equipment aligned to industrial and cleanroom maintenance activities.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Tan Valley, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in San Tan Valley,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.