Automation & Maintenance Technician: PLC & Controls

Theuniversityunion; Ohio; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake City Plating is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, and support automation projects across plant facilities in Jefferson, OH. The role emphasizes electrical, mechanical, and automation skills with local travel between sites.

The ideal candidate has two or more years in maintenance or a related trade, experience with PLCs, and a valid driver’s license. This is a full-time, on-site role with Saturdays as needed.

Qualifications

• Technical training and 2+ years of related experience or equivalent
• Background in a recognized trade: mechanic, electrician, or machinist
• 2 years of basic PLC programming and troubleshooting experience
• Comfortable working in a high-energy, results-focused environment
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance on manufacturing equipment and building infrastructure to support safety, quality, and efficiency
• Includes electrical, plumbing, welding, HVAC, boiler, pneumatics, and computerized controls
• Assist with chemistry/lab operations as needed
• Complete checklists and maintain records of maintenance procedures
• Support PLC programming and troubleshooting, and document automation projects

Skills

Technical training

Trade background

PLC programming

High-energy environment

Driver's license

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lake City Plating is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, and support automation projects across plant facilities in Jefferson, OH. The role emphasizes electrical, mechanical, and automation skills with local travel between sites.

The ideal candidate has two or more years in maintenance or a related trade, experience with PLCs, and a valid driver’s license. This is a full-time, on-site role with Saturdays as needed.