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Controls Technician - Pay starting at $35.48 an hour plus shift differential on off-shift
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What they do
A Controls or Valve Technician monitors and repairs gas gauges, pressure valves, and thermostats on manufacturing equipment or machinery.
$71,581 / year median in Kentucky
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Your tasks Job Description As a PLC Controls Technician, you will design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-controlled systems using Siemens S7 and TIA Portal, while supporting manufacturing operations through advanced diagnostics, system improvements, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure equipment reliability and efficiency. This is a direct-hire opportunity. Benefits of the PLC Controls Technician 401k 401k Matching Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Paid vacation
Shift Options:
2nd shift: Mon-Fri 2pm-10pm 3rd shift: Mon-Fri 10pm-6am
C Shift:
Sat-Mon 5am-5pm
D Shift:
Sat-Mon 5pm-5am
•Overtime may be required based on business needs
Principal Responsibilities:
Design, program, and maintain PLC systems in accordance with corporate standards Develop and support HMI applications for manufacturing equipment Troubleshoot complex equipment and automation issues to determine root causes and implement corrective actions Modify PLC programs and interface communications with industrial devices Diagnose and resolve issues with vision systems, including Cognex and Keyence Troubleshoot and maintain servo drive systems, particularly Rexroth and Siemens platforms Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to improve equipment performance and reliability Support mechanical troubleshooting and assist with general maintenance tasks as needed Identify programming issues and communicate findings to Controls Engineers Provide feedback to Engineering on recurring issues and opportunities for system improvements Maintain a proactive approach to learning new technologies and improving technical skills Proficient in troubleshooting, repairing and/or replacing different type of sensors, machine safety systems and measurement systems and devices like Kistlers Proficient in basic programming, manipulating, maintaining and troubleshooting robotics, with emphasis on FANUC robots. Your profile
Required Qualifications:
Associate degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience) 3+ years of experience in industrial automation and maintenance Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions Working knowledge of PLC programming languages (IEC 61131-3), including Ladder Logic (LAD), Function Block Diagram (FBD), Structured Control Language (SCL), Statement List (STL), and GRAPH Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with electrical servicing and installations Effective communication and teamwork skills Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage multiple priorities Experience troubleshooting vision systems (Cognex, Keyence) Experience with servo drive systems, including Rexroth and Siemens platforms
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal PLC and Robotics experience. FANUC and ABB robots is a plus.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance