Controls Technician

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Woodland DC, Woodland, CA, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 1646 Salary Range: $41.00 To $41.00 Hourly Pacific Coast Producers (PCP), a farmer-owned agricultural cooperative with food production and distribution facilities across the West Coast, is seeking an experienced, highly skilled Controls Technician for our Woodland, CA Distribution Center. PCP invests in its people and fosters a culture of service, helping bring affordable, high-quality food to customers across North America. Our Woodland Distribution Center is a new 500,000 sq. ft. packaging, labeling, and distribution facility supporting retail and foodservice customers. With advanced technology and a strong commitment to quality and sustainability, the DC is a model for excellence in distribution and logistics. Pay Rate: $41.00 per hour. This is a full-time, on-site role (40 hours per week), with occasional weekend and overtime hours required as needed at our Woodland, CA Distribution Center. This position is part of a seniority based Collective Bargaining Unit (CBA) and requires work on various shifts. The Controls Technician ensures the operation of control equipment within the facility by conducting preventative maintenance, load calculations, basic circuit installations, and electrical system testing and performs the following duties: Key responsibilities include Install, adjust, maintain, troubleshoot, repair and overhaul controls systems, instruments, and related equipment. Recognize and correct potential controls system failures. Test, time, and calibrate pneumatic and electromechanical components, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), Human Machine Interface (HMI) hardware and software, printers, level and temperature devices, control valves, chart recorders and similar components, and other devices or technology for efficient performance. Read blueprints, charts, sketches, and operating instructions and proceed accordingly. Keep maintenance records on controls systems and/or equipment. Obtain and maintain an adequate supply of applicable repair parts. Responsible for work and layout, requisitioning necessary equipment. Conduct load calculations to determine: Wire size, conduit size, transformer size and power supply size. Basic circuit installations to include: layout conduit, bend conduit, pull wire, land wiring, test and finalize circuit installation. Conduct electrical system testing utilizing electrical circuit instrumentation: i.e. multi-meter, amp probe, oscilloscope, etc. Other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Reliable and able to maintain excellent attendance. Significant (5+ years) relevant industrial experience. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must possess and use personal hand tools. Demonstrable experience leading control system installations and upgrades, as well as designing and building control and electrical panels, Skilled with creating and understanding applicable diagrams, drawings, and schematics. Strong knowledge of PLC, HMI, and associate software suites, e.g. Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Automation Direct, etc. Server configuration, development, and administration experience for control data manipulation: e.g. SQL, Java, HTML; along with networking and domain structure administration skills. Familiar with NEC and UL Standards, electrical abbreviations, symbols. Able to install, program, and troubleshoot VFDs. Background in solid state circuitry and devices, high voltage D.C. rectifiers and control circuits. Basic hydraulic and pneumatic knowledge and experience. AutoCAD experience for creating electrical drawings. About PCP Summary Pacific Coast Producers, a cooperative owned by more than 165 family farmers who cultivate and transport diverse produce like tomatoes, peaches, pears, grapes, cherries, and others, was founded in 1971. The company operates processing and packaging facilities in California and Oregon and has a workforce of over 3,000 employees. PCP is committed to delivering top-quality products to customers in all channels of trade, such as foodservice distributors and grocery retailers throughout the United States and Canada. Our facility is located in Woodland, CA, a charming city in Yolo County, known for its rich agricultural history and small-town charm. With a historic downtown area, a thriving arts scene, and close proximity to Sacramento, Woodland offers a unique blend of rural and urban living. Additionally, the city has a strong economy and a growing business community, making it an ideal place to work and grow your career. AA/EEO Policy Statement Pacific Coast Producers is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pacific Coast Producers