3rd Shift Controls Technician - PLC/HMI & Drive Expert

Electrical Automation Services; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Electrical Automation Services in Geneva, IL on-site seeks a qualified technician to install, configure, and service PLCs, sensors, drives, and HMI interfaces. You will troubleshoot 480V 3-phase systems, maintain encoders and load cells, and support laser guided vehicles and conveyors.

The role requires PLC programming in ladder logic, reading electrical schematics, and adherence to lockout/tagout and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience with PLCs and servo systems in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and maintain 480V 3-phase systems.
• Familiarity with lockout/tagout safety procedures.
• Proficiency with PLC programming and ladder logic.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot photo eyes, proximity switches, and limit switches.
• Program and troubleshoot PLC and HMI interfaces using ladder logic.
• Diagnose communication protocols (Profibus, serial, Ethernet) and fixes.
• Perform preventive maintenance on conveyors, lasers, and packaging equipment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot encoders, load cells, servo motors, and drives.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Ladder logic

HMI interfaces

Electrical schematics

3-phase power

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLCs

Servo drives

Encoders

VFDs

HMI panels

Job description

Electrical Automation Services in Geneva, IL on-site seeks a qualified technician to install, configure, and service PLCs, sensors, drives, and HMI interfaces. You will troubleshoot 480V 3-phase systems, maintain encoders and load cells, and support laser guided vehicles and conveyors.

The role requires PLC programming in ladder logic, reading electrical schematics, and adherence to lockout/tagout and safety procedures.