PLC Maintenance Technician
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Job Summary
About the Role:
The PLC Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining troubleshooting and repairing automated production equipment in a fast-paced industrial environment. This position focuses on equipment reliability preventive maintenance and PLC-controlled systems to minimize downtime and maximize operational efficiency. Candidates with industrial maintenance automation controls and troubleshooting experience are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities:
- Perform preventive maintenance on conveyors motors gearboxes pumps and automated production equipment.
- Troubleshoot PLC-controlled machinery and identify faults impacting equipment performance.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical hydraulic pneumatic and electromechanical systems.
- Read and interpret PLC logic electrical schematics technical manuals and equipment documentation.
- Support automation systems sensors drives HMIs and machine controls.
- Replace worn or damaged components including bearings belts chains seals and motors.
- Document maintenance activities repairs and equipment performance within CMMS systems.
- Follow lockout tagout procedures and safety standards during maintenance activities.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in industrial maintenance manufacturing maintenance or equipment repair.
- Strong PLC troubleshooting and automation support experience.
- Knowledge of conveyors motors gearboxes and rotating equipment.
- Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Ability to read electrical schematics and PLC documentation.
- Proficiency using hand tools power tools and diagnostic equipment.
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance and equipment reliability practices.
Desired Qualifications:
- Technical degree or industrial maintenance certification.
- Experience with Allen-Bradley Siemens or similar PLC platforms.
- Familiarity with HMIs VFDs sensors and automated material handling equipment.
- Experience using CMMS software.
- Electrical troubleshooting experience in an industrial environment.
