Automation Technician: PLC/HMI & Equipment Maintenance Pro

JC Automation; Juncos (PR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

JC Automation Corp. (JCA) is looking for an Automation Technician to install, maintain and troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment and control systems at the operating site.

You will collaborate with Automation Engineers, Maintenance, Manufacturing, and IT/OT teams to ensure reliable equipment performance and minimize downtime. The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, PLC/HMI support, sensor checks, and production startup/commissioning, with strong teamwork

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Automation, Electronics, Electrical Technology, or Instrumentation.
• Experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment.
• Basic knowledge of PLC and HMI systems.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and control schematics.
• Knowledge of sensors, actuators, motors, drives, and control devices.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use electrical test equipment such as multimeters.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment and control system issues.
• Support PLC and HMI diagnostics and basic programming changes under engineering direction.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automation equipment.
• Inspect and troubleshoot sensors, actuators, motors, drives, and control devices.
• Support equipment startup, commissioning, and production activities.
• Assist with equipment network connectivity and communication troubleshooting.
• Maintain system backups, maintenance records, and technical documentation.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma in Automation/Electronics/Electrical Technology/Instrumentation

Tools

Rockwell Automation PLC/HMI

Cognex vision systems

Systech serialization/inspection systems

Industrial Ethernet networks

Multimeters

VFDs/servo systems

Job description

JC Automation Corp. (JCA) is looking for an Automation Technician to install, maintain and troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment and control systems at the operating site.

You will collaborate with Automation Engineers, Maintenance, Manufacturing, and IT/OT teams to ensure reliable equipment performance and minimize downtime. The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, PLC/HMI support, sensor checks, and production startup/commissioning, with strong teamwork