Automation Maintenance Technician - PLC & Electrical Systems

Proactive Global; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Global is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the Michelin Distribution Center in Woodruff, SC. You will perform preventive and predictive maintenance on advanced automated equipment, using CMMS for work orders and coordinating with site leadership to ensure parts and tools are available.

You should have at least 3 years in a similar role or a relevant technical certification, with hands-on PLC/electrical experience and proficiency in documentation and MS Office.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years working with advanced automated equipment or a relevant technical certification/degree.
• Experience working as part of a cross functional team.
• Industrial experience with troubleshooting PLCs (Siemens Simatic, Allen-Bradley).
• Working knowledge of electrical systems including motors, drives, controllers, relays, fuses, sensors, etc.
• Competency with a multimeter to measure voltage, resistance and test motor windings.
• Familiarity with technical documentation (mechanical drawings, electrical prints, manuals).
• Proficiency with MS Office programs.
• Ability to climb, bend, kneel and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance tasks as assigned through the CMMS.
• Perform error recovery/reactive maintenance during operation.
• Collaborate with Team Leader, Maintenance Planner, and Site Manager to ensure parts and tools are available for PMs.
• Record all work performed in CMMS as work orders.
• Monitor system performance and raise maintenance requests when needed.
• Sign out and return all shared tools properly.

Skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading electrical schematics

Safety awareness

Education

Technical certification or degree

Tools

CMMS software

Multimeter

PLC knowledge (Siemens Simatic/Allen-Bradley)

Shop tools (milling machines, lathes, drill presses)

Job description

Proactive Global is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the Michelin Distribution Center in Woodruff, SC. You will perform preventive and predictive maintenance on advanced automated equipment, using CMMS for work orders and coordinating with site leadership to ensure parts and tools are available.

You should have at least 3 years in a similar role or a relevant technical certification, with hands-on PLC/electrical experience and proficiency in documentation and MS Office.