PLC Technician - 2nd Shift

PLC Technician – 2nd Shift

Advanced Integration Technology (AIT) is the world's largest provider of automation, factory integration and tooling solutions dedicated to the global aerospace, defense, and space launch vehicle industries.

AIT offers a competitive compensation package (including free medical options for employees and their family), casual work environment and excellent growth opportunities. Night shift premium offered ($2/hr).

Must be able to work 2nd shift hours of 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm.

The PLC Technician maintains tests and repairs electrical/electronic, PLC, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components. They apply knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles in determining equipment modifications, malfunctions and restores equipment to operation. They will support all production and physical plant equipment in the facility.

• Start up and shut down equipment in accordance with operation’s requirements, company safety procedures and OSHA requirements for machine activation and shutdown.
• Provide technical support on PLCs and network interfaces throughout the manufacturing floor.
• Perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theory and principles, written specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment including PLCs, numerical controls, power supplies, drives, gauges/HMI and test equipment.
• Receive wiring diagrams, drawings, specifications, and instructions, both verbally or in writing, concerning emergency and scheduled repair, installation, and inspection work to be performed.
• Plan details of working procedures to determine material or replacement needs and determine a logical approach to repair problems.
• Service electronic equipment by checking, testing, and replacing faulty components, circuit modules, printed circuit boards and similar electronic devices.
• Perform plant-wide electronic and electrical maintenance, making operating adjustments as required.
• Capable of developing programs/documents for training and knowledge transfer in all aspects of the control systems.
• Maintain and install communication cables, power distribution cables and wiring, and perform splicing as required.
• Promote and comply with good safety practices and habits, including use of all PPE.
• Perform all duties in a safe and collaborative manner and immediately report any potentially dangerous conditions or other safety concerns to the supervisor.
• Interface with other departments/personnel for the purpose of analyzing and/or supplying information to achieve processing/manufacturing requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Technician Certification or Associates degree in a related field required.
• Five or more years (or equivalent experience) preferred in PLC and HMI configuration and programming; experience in control circuit analysis, design, troubleshooting and solving software/hardware issues in an industrial high voltage electrical maintenance environment.
• Proficient computer experience/operation and PLC programming necessary.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and mechanical systems.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic components and equipment including use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.

Not applicable.

• Performs routine maintenance on equipment and determines when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Reads and understands blueprints, schematics, and measuring devices.
• Reliable, responsible, and dependable in fulfilling obligations, diligently follows through on commitments, and consistently meets deadlines.
• Achieves thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing tasks, considering all relevant areas.
• Clear and effective communication skills in both written and spoken forms.
• Proficient in using computers for tasks such as turning the computer on and off, locating and opening files, navigating websites, performing searches, and downloading files.
• Knowledge of computer applications including email, databases, word-processing programs and spreadsheets (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Responds and follows up to a customer’s inquiry or problem in a timely and effective manner.
• Identifies problems, reviews relevant information to develop options, and implements solutions.
• Works effectively with different levels of management, team members and customers.

AIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO is the law | E-Verify.