Plc Technician
Listed on 2026-09-04
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer
Job Title:
PLC Technician Pay: 40/hour Shift:
Mon-Fri (6p-6:30a)
2-2-3 Schedule
Week 1: (2 days work, 2 days off, 3 days work)
Week 2 : (2 days off, 2 days work, 3 days off)
This schedule provides you with every other weekend off!
Location:Tampa, 33605
Job DescriptionThe PLC Technician troubleshoots, programs, and maintains automation systems and electrical controls within a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on improving equipment performance, minimizing downtime, and ensuring safe and reliable operation of production and packaging equipment.
ResponsibilitiesTroubleshoot PLCs, automation systems, and electrical control systems to quickly identify and resolve issues.
Modify and update PLC programs to improve equipment performance, reliability, and efficiency.
Diagnose electrical and electronic system failures and implement effective corrective actions.
Install, test, and upgrade production and packaging equipment, including associated control systems.
Perform preventative maintenance and repair work on automation and electrical equipment to reduce unplanned downtime.
Support production teams during equipment breakdowns and downtime events by providing timely technical assistance.
Calibrate and test equipment to ensure proper and consistent operation in line with specifications.
Document all repairs, programming changes, and maintenance activities accurately and in a timely manner.
Assist with continuous improvement and reliability initiatives focused on automation and control systems.
Train maintenance team members on basic PLC troubleshooting techniques when needed.
3+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs.
PLC programming and troubleshooting skills for automation systems.
RS Logix experience (5000, 500, or
5).Strong electrical troubleshooting skills in an industrial environment.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
Experience working with control panels and systems up to 480V.
Experience working with 480V control systems.
Automation and PLC programming experience.
Allen-Bradley PLC troubleshooting experience.
Skills & Qualifications
Experience with RS Logix software preferred.
Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs) preferred.
Experience with HMI systems preferred.
Experience supporting production and packaging equipment in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to train other maintenance team members on basic PLC troubleshooting.
You will work in a setting where technical expertise in automation and controls is valued and developed. The role offers the opportunity to work hands-on with modern PLCs and control systems, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborate closely with production and maintenance teams. You can build your skills in PLC programming, VFDs, and HMI systems while playing a key role in keeping critical manufacturing equipment running efficiently and safely.
WorkEnvironment
This role is based in an indoor manufacturing facility that is not air-conditioned. You will work around hot-filled machinery and production equipment in a fast-paced industrial environment. The position involves hands-on work with electrical control panels and automation systems, including equipment operating at up to 480V.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tampa, FL.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $40.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Tampa,FL.
Final date to receive applicationsThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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