Automation & Controls Tech (PLC/BMS)

Ross Stores, Inc.; Sophia (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ross Stores, Inc. seeks a maintenance technician to troubleshoot, maintain and enhance PLC and PC-based automation systems. You will work with building management interfaces and coordinate with vendors to ensure reliability and energy efficiency in a warehouse environment.

The role requires knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic systems and 3-phase distribution, with a focus on safety and compliance. Flexibility to work various shifts and full-time in-office presence is expected.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with HVAC principles for Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Knowledgeable in assembly of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, robotic operation and vision systems; ability to assemble new equipment and modify existing manufacturing equipment.
• Connect, test, and maintain electrical systems for climate control, security and communications.
• Understanding of 3 phase distribution and 3 phase power transmission system.
• Familiarity with testing 480V and below equipment.
• Energy management (BMS) software and hardware familiarity.
• Clear understanding of power systems grounding and safe grounding practices.
• Familiarity with MCC.
• Understanding of Arc Flash Hazard.
• Familiarity with electrical construction and configuration (hardware/software) of basic electrical components used in automation systems: Solenoids, Beacons, Proximity Switches.
• Understanding of PLC Hardware: Pico Controllers, MicroLogix 1500, CompactLogix, ControlLogix and SLC 500 systems; 1794 Flex I/O system.
• Familiarity with: WAGO-I/O System, Siemens Simatic Step 7, CAN, B&R X67 I/O system.
• Must be flexible to work any shift and/or weekends as scheduled.
• Exhibit the ability to work independently, safely and with limited supervision.
• Must place the utmost importance on working safely, and maintain a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit the ability to troubleshoot and perform basic design of PLC logic, operator interface terminal, energy management systems and electrical installations.
• Statistically interpret and improve automated system’s performance parameters, at macro/micro level.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance for controls and systematize electrical/control parts inventory.
• Coordinate with vendors, installation of electrical or controls; as instructed.
• Maintain accurate record keeping such as: work orders, timesheets, parts requests.
• Maintain parts procedure and inventory control
• Will assist other members of maintenance department as assigned

Skills

HVAC fundamentals

Electrical systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

PLC hardware

Siemens Step 7

BMS software

Electrical safety

Tools

Siemens Step 7

MCC

CAN network

BMS interfaces

Job description

Ross Stores, Inc. seeks a maintenance technician to troubleshoot, maintain and enhance PLC and PC-based automation systems. You will work with building management interfaces and coordinate with vendors to ensure reliability and energy efficiency in a warehouse environment.

The role requires knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic systems and 3-phase distribution, with a focus on safety and compliance. Flexibility to work various shifts and full-time in-office presence is expected.