Automation & PLC Technician: Robotics & Troubleshooting

Stoughton Parts Sales; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stoughton Trailers is seeking a Maintenance Technician III to provide advanced technical support for automation, controls, and production systems. You will troubleshoot PLCs, support robotics and integration with Panasonic and Motoman, and drive continuous improvement in reliability and safety.

The role requires strong electrical and hydraulic skills, plus the ability to read schematics and maintain documentation for PM schedules and change records. Tools provided by the employee as needed.

Qualifications

• Advanced ability to troubleshoot and edit PLC ladder logic.
• Strong electrical, robotic, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with automation hardware and safety systems.
• Control panel building and electrical wiring experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced technical support to ensure reliability, safety, and continuous improvement of automated systems.
• Connect remotely to PLCs via VPN to monitor and diagnose active processes.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical control issues using schematics and test tools.
• Edit and troubleshoot PLC ladder logic across multiple platforms (ABB, Mitsubishi, Allen-Bradley, Direct Logic, CT Corporation).
• Build and wire control panels and electrical circuits per schematics.
• Support robotic welding and automation systems, including Panasonic and Motoman integration with PLCs.

Skills

Advanced Troubleshooting

Mentorship

Technical Independence

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ABB PLC

Mitsubishi PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Direct Logic PLC

Control Technology Corp PLC

Job description

Stoughton Trailers is seeking a Maintenance Technician III to provide advanced technical support for automation, controls, and production systems. You will troubleshoot PLCs, support robotics and integration with Panasonic and Motoman, and drive continuous improvement in reliability and safety.

The role requires strong electrical and hydraulic skills, plus the ability to read schematics and maintain documentation for PM schedules and change records. Tools provided by the employee as needed.