Multi-Trade Maintenance / PLC Programmer Technician (Finance)
We are looking for a Multi-Trade Maintenance Technician to join our Night Shift team. This individual must have the ability to troubleshoot and program PLCs, develop, and configure networks, program safety controllers, and modify equipment operation, parts and techniques to improve efficiency. The ideal candidate possesses the ability to read and understand ladder logic and program HMIs.
- Competitive hourly rate plus $1.50/hr. shift differential for the night shift
- Medical Benefits effective day one
- Vacation, 401(k), profit sharing, etc. available after 90 days
Responsibilities
- Assist with scope, specifications and design of projects and automation solutions
- Develop programs and Human Machine Interface (AB software suite, factory talk, CCW, etc.)
- Interpret blueprints, electrical drawings, and make modifications when necessary
- Develop and configure networks such as I/O link, ethernet IP, Modbus, etc.
- Program VFD inverters and servo drives for motor controls
- Program a variety of sensors, vision systems, encoders
- Program safety controllers to guarantee safe interaction between operators, site staff, and machinery
- Monitor and report status and progress of work
- Write technical documentation (manuals for Internal use)
- Test Automated systems for efficiency, safety and reliability
- Be involved in installation, commissioning, configuration, and support of process automation systems
- Modify equipment operation, parts, and techniques to improve efficiency
Desired Experience
- PLC/HMI programming skills
- Understanding industrial network structures (ethernet IP, and other field bus networks)
- Strong problem solving, diagnostic, troubleshooting, decision making, and analytical skills
- Electrical troubleshooting experience, (checking motors, 480 volt)
- Strong computer skills to analyze, organize and present data (Microsoft Office)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to work under pressure and driven to achieve deadlines
- Self-motivated, reliable and a positive professional attitude
- Open to learning new technologies and skills as needed
- Industry safe practices
