Industrial Automation Technician I - CA

Blentech Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated Industrial Automation Technician to join our team. This role serves as a critical link in our production lifecycle, collaborating with Controls Engineer and Software Engineers to install, test, and refine control panels for sophisticated food processing systems. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who excels in a dynamic environment, balancing technical design tasks with hands-on implementation on the shop floor to ensure our equipment is optimized for global shipment. Essential Functions & Responsibilities Under the guidance of the Industrial Automation Technologist Lead, the successful candidate will: System Diagnosis & Programming: Perform issue diagnosis using ladder logic and develop ad-hoc PLC code changes using Rockwell RSLogix/Studio 5000. Hardware Integration: Install and maintain critical control components, including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), relays, proximity sensors, encoders, and solenoids. HMI/SCADA Support: Troubleshoot and maintain interface systems such as Ignition (Inductive Automation) and AB PanelView, providing diligent root cause analysis and incident documentation. Technical Documentation: Record and maintain "As Designed" and "As Built" configurations for all control systems and equipment. Project Execution: Collaborate with the Assembly team to ensure equipment meets all performance standards and timelines prior to shipment. Network Maintenance: Troubleshoot PLC components including CPU backplanes, I/O modules, and Ethernet communications. Minimum Qualifications Experience: 1–3 years of experience in PLC programming and Allen Bradley (AB) LC-based controls (CompactLogix and ControlLogix preferred). Technical Literacy: Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, control layouts, and Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs). Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with ladder logic, relay logic, and control components. Experience with Siemens or other non-AB systems is a plus. Education/Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to produce routine reports and interpret safety and maintenance manuals. Travel: Ability to travel up to 25% to support site installations or equipment commissioning. Key Competencies Organizational Excellence: Strong project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and high standards for detail. Software Proficiency: Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Office Suite and G-Suite. Customer-Centric Mindset: Dedicated to delivering high-quality results and maintaining excellent service standards. Adaptability: A positive attitude toward changing priorities and a willingness to operate in a fast-paced workshop environment. Physical Requirements & Work Environment Environment: Workshop environment at a desk, in close proximity to a manufacturing floor with moderate to loud noise levels. Physical Activity: Ability to sit for long periods, stand, walk, climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 40 pounds. Vision: Must have the visual acuity to handle color-coded wiring and detailed schematic work. Schedule: Full-Time, on-site in Santa Rosa, CA. Occasional weekend/evening work and travel may be required based on project needs. Paid Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision for the employee are 100% company paid. 401(k) with a 4% company match after 6 months of employment. Opportunities to travel to customer sites and oversee the startup of cutting-edge food processing facilities. PTO accrual, boot allowance, and collaborative professional culture. Wage Range $22.67 - $26.20 How to Apply If you have the experience and the drive to lead our most significant projects, please apply at This is an on-site position. Candidates must live within driving distance of our Santa Rosa, CA office. We do not accept recruiters or international applications.