Automation Technician Night Shift

BlueRidge Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Automation seeks an Automation Technician to support electrical and automation troubleshooting, start-up, and commissioning to reduce downtime and boost production. The role may be embedded at remote sites or stationed at the Indianapolis office.

The position requires 3+ years in industrial electrical work, PLC/HMI/SCADA experience, and the ability to follow safety and client SOPs. Night shifts with premium rates apply and collaboration with plant teams is essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial electrical or service experience.
• Understanding of PLC programming methods.
• Experience with HMI & SCADA systems.
• Experience with Industrial Communications (ASI bus, DeviceNet, Ethernet).
• Ability to follow preventive and predictive maintenance methods.
• Understand 480V and 277V systems.
• Experience in GMP regulated environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install electrical equipment, motors, VFDs, control components, instrumentation, PLCs.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, schematics, OEM blueprints and manuals.
• Follow client SOPs and safety standards; execute permit processes as required.
• Complete daily planned work orders and coordinate with operations.
• Communicate with plant operations to build relationships with clients.
• Coordinate with Planner/Supervisor for improvements and repairs.
• Utilize customer CMMS for work orders and materials sourcing as needed.
• Other duties aligned with the role as required.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Industrial communications

Preventive maintenance

Documentation

Teamwork

Independence

Job description

About Us

Blue Ridge Automation is a leading automation company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency for our clients. We pride ourselves on our commitment to our core values: Teamwork, Character, Grit, Excellence, Progress, and Vision.

Job Summary

Blue Ridge Automation is seeking to fill a full-time Automation Technician position. This position will be responsible for supporting engineering and maintenance with electrical and automation troubleshooting; start-up, and commissioning support to reduce downtime, machine reliability, and increase production. list of things this position will be responsible for. Industrial Automation Technicians may be embedded at remote locations along with working out of the Blue Ridge office, or visiting client sites as needed for installs or other purposes.

Job Details

Position Type: Hourly Full-Time

Location: Onsite at Blue Ridge Client in Indianapolis

Shift: 12 hour night shift (premium rate for night shift). Rotating every other weekend (Week 1: Mon, Thurs, Fri. Week 2: Tues, Wed, Sat, Sun)

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install various electrical equipment, motors, VFDs, control components, instrumentation, PLC’s, etc.
• Utilize and interpret technical documentation such as electrical diagrams, mechanical schematics, technical publications, OEM blueprints, etc.
• Follow client site SOPs, adhere to all plant and company safety standards, and understand and execute the customers' permit process.
• Follow Blue Ridge Automation SOPs, and complete daily planned work orders as assigned.
• Communicate effectively with plant operations in order to build and maintain good relationships with clients.
• Work with Plant Planner/Supervisor for improvements and repairs.
• Utilize customers' CMMS system.
• Source materials in emergency situations.
• Other duties and responsibilities as needed in alignment with the role.

Job Requirements

• Experience with basic office programs to complete expense reports, quote materials, and generate reports.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills
• 3+ years of industrial electrical or service experience
• Understanding various PLC programming methods
• Experience with HMI & SCADA
• Experience with Industrial Communications like Asi bus, Device Net, and Ethernet
• Ability to follow preventive and predictive maintenance methods
• Proficiency in utilizing and interpreting technical documentation
• Ability to work with others and independently
• Understand 480V and 277V systems
• Experience in GMP regulated manufacturing environments preferred
• Understanding of control voltages, 24V, 120V, 0-10V, 0-15V, 4-20ma
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve through technical solutions and know when to elevate to other teams or departments as needed.