Automation Technician

We are seeking a hands-on Automation Technician to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair automated production equipment and industrial control systems in a manufacturing environment. This position is ideal for someone with strong electrical troubleshooting skills and experience working with PLC-controlled machinery.

The successful candidate will help minimize equipment downtime, improve equipment reliability, and support safe, efficient production operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair automated production equipment, PLC-controlled machinery, and industrial control systems.
• Diagnose electrical faults and control-system issues to identify root causes and minimize downtime.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automation equipment and associated electrical components.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Inspect, test, and replace sensors, relays, switches, motors, drives, and other control components.
• Assist with troubleshooting industrial electrical systems, including 480V equipment.
• Support equipment reliability and identify recurring automation or production issues.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to restore equipment to safe operating condition.
• Follow electrical safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements.
• Document repairs, maintenance activities, and troubleshooting findings.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Automation Technician, Controls Technician, Industrial Electrician, or Electrical Maintenance Technician.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment and industrial automation systems.
• Strong electrical diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with industrial sensors, motors, drives, relays, and control components.
• Understanding of industrial electrical safety and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining automated manufacturing or production equipment.
• Familiarity with 480V industrial electrical systems.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and troubleshooting complex machinery.
• PLC programming or modification experience is a plus but is not necessarily required.

What We’re Looking For

A dependable, safety-conscious technician who can troubleshoot automation and electrical issues, resolve equipment problems, and help maintain reliable production operations.

Apply today to be considered.