Maintenance Technician

▶ Apply Maintenance Technician Athol, Massachusetts - Posted on April 20, 2026 Published By Sean Archard Trillium Professional is now seeking Maintenance Technicians for direct-hire in Athol, MA! Pay rate is $35-50/hr range (based on experience). Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager and in conjunction with the Engineering Department, the Automation Technician works to develop process automation using a variety of software tools. The Automation Technician also maintains and troubleshoots automation in the plant. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Works with Maintenance Manager to develop Programmable Logic Controller and Human Interface programming for production line automation.
• Program PLCs (programmable logic controllers) for a variety of different applications using RsLogix500, RsLogix5000 and Directsoft 32.
• Design HMI using RsView Machine Edition, RsView32, Winbuild 5000 and Panelbuilder32.
• Install and program Variable Speed drives and Servo drives.
• Set up and maintain Device Net Network.
• Program motion controllers.
• Design and lay out electrical panels.
• Design electrical schematics using AutoCAD2008.
• Support Cognex Vision Systems for production quality assurance.
• Update and maintain electronics on existing equipment.
• Strictly adhere to the Company and plant safety policies and procedures.
• Assist line mechanics with die changes, electrical problems, and mechanical problems on the production lines.
• Build new equipment, either electrical or mechanical.
• Consult with Engineering and the Maintenance Manager on new equipment designs.
• Start up and program new equipment after assembly.
• Interact with external contractors as needed.
• Perform repairs on plant electrical components as directed by the Maintenance Manager.
• Other duties assigned by the Maintenance Manager.
• May be responsible for overseeing temporary employees in the absence of Maintenance Manager Apply now! Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent desired.
• Associate's degree in electronics or other technical training preferred
• Minimum of five years previous

PLC, HMI

programming experience in a manufacturing or maintenance environment preferred

• Must read, program and diagnose Allen Bradley PLC's, Allen Bradley Panel View HMI controls and have thorough familiarity with software.
• Able to use a variety of computer software such as Winbuild, AutoCAD / SolidWorks and Panelbuilder.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written. Physical Demands
• Able to lift 35-50 pounds repetitively. Work Environment
• Will be working in multiple environments from high heat to air conditioning to adverse outdoor weather
• May work in wet conditions
• Will work in welding and fabrication environments
• Will work in paint spray booth areas.

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