Automation & Controls Technician — PLC/SCADA Expert

Greenthumbindustries; Oglesby (IL); On-site; USD 38,572 - 49,593; Full time

Job summary

Greenthumbindustries seeks an Instrument and Controls Technician to maintain and repair manufacturing equipment, including PLCs, SCADA, and instrumentation. You will diagnose issues, perform preventive maintenance, and support HVAC and electrical systems in a fast-paced plant environment.

The ideal candidate has hands-on multi-disciplinary skills, strong problem solving, and the ability to work with minimal supervision while collaborating with controls engineers and operators.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; associates degree/tech cert preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical systems.
• Experience maintaining manufacturing systems in automated environments (preferred: 3 years).
• Ability to read and follow both written and verbal instructions with attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, multi-skilled, able to work independently or in teams.
• Adaptable to fast-paced startup-like environments and changing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensures maintenance activities are performed safely according to plant and safety standards.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair PLC controlled equipment, electrical, hydraulic/pneumatic and mechanical systems.
• Analyze, troubleshoot and repair systems to maintain process efficiency.
• Understand electrical schematics, PIDs, and interconnect diagrams.
• Perform corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance.
• Coordinate with other technicians to install/maintain equipment and components.
• Support machine setup, calibration, and routine maintenance as needed.
• Train operators and assist with building, HVAC, and electrical repairs as necessary.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Hands-on maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree / Technical certification

Job description

Greenthumbindustries seeks an Instrument and Controls Technician to maintain and repair manufacturing equipment, including PLCs, SCADA, and instrumentation. You will diagnose issues, perform preventive maintenance, and support HVAC and electrical systems in a fast-paced plant environment.

The ideal candidate has hands-on multi-disciplinary skills, strong problem solving, and the ability to work with minimal supervision while collaborating with controls engineers and operators.