Maintenance Technician (Electrical Automation-focused)
Gainesville, FL - USA
Job Summary
Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise global network and unmatched R&D capabilities we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most 1905 Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30000 employees in more than 140 locations.
What we offer you
- Medical Rx Dental Disability Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Education Assistance
- Bonus Plan Eligibility
- Parental Leave
Shifts Available and Hours: Night shift 7pm-7am
Shift Premium: Nightshift - $1.00/hour extra
What you will be doing
- Extensive experience in troubleshooting interpreting modifying and programming PLCs.
- Proficient in working with Allen Bradley PLCs.
- Experience using control logic and ladder logic for automation systems.
- Ability to draw and design PLC and electrical circuits.
- Troubleshoot design upgrade and install electrical equipment circuits and systems.
- Improves equipment reliability and uptime through effective maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Research and procure necessary supplies parts and machines to complete work orders.
- Performs and documents work orders and preventative maintenance tasks.
- Maintains accurate records including maintenance logs manuals drawings and preventative maintenance (PM) logs.
What will make you successful
Education and Experience Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. 2-year apprenticeship or associates in Process Logic Controllers or industrial manufacturing automation desired.
- Minimum three (3) years of hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing electrical components such as motors motor controllers VFDs proximity sensors circuit breakers control panels communication circuits safety circuits relays linear transducers and encoders.
- Minimum of three (3) years-experience with automated industrial manufacturing process experience.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex process failures by using PLC I/O and logic ability to modify existing PLC programs and existing HMIs and ability to modify or replace hardware and upload/download associated programs preferably Allen Bradley.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations involving weight volume and distance (addition subtraction multiplication and division).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve issues involving limited concrete variables using logical and scientific thinking.
- Must be able to read write and comprehend English fluently including safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
- Hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing temperature monitoring systems control panels complex high-pressure hydraulics systems air compressors pumps and gas furnaces desired.
- CMMS experience desired.
Equal opportunities
Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin ancestry age disability veteran status marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us. Apply before: 12/31/2026.
If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at
IND123
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company that builds businesses and partnerships for a more sustainable future. We have 33,000 employees in more than 140 locations and 40 countries.