Controls & Automation Technician - Day Shift

CBC Global Network; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation/PTO

Medical coverage

401(k)

Job summary

CBC Global Network is seeking a Controls & Automation Technician for an established manufacturer in the Richmond, Virginia area. This hands-on role supports automated production equipment and control systems through troubleshooting, repair, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement.

Strong candidates combine controls knowledge with practical mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability. The position offers a day shift, 40 hours per week, occasional Saturdays, on-call support, and a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with apprenticeship or equivalent technical training.
• Proficiency troubleshooting PLC-controlled systems and automated equipment.
• Familiarity with PLC programming concepts (ladder logic, function block diagrams, and structured text).
• Experience with Modbus, Profibus, industrial Ethernet, PROFINET, or IO-Link.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical work in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment and automation components.
• Diagnose control-system failures and restore reliable operation.
• Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Evaluate repair-versus-replace options for components when needed.
• Document maintenance work and software/hardware changes.
• Read electrical schematics and work orders.
• Collaborate with maintenance, operators, engineers, production leadership, and contractors.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

HMI familiarity

Industrial networking

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED with apprenticeship

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Siemens

AutoCAD

SOLIDWORKS

Job description

CBC is recruiting a Controls & Automation Technician for an established manufacturer in the Richmond, Virginia area.

This hands‑on role supports automated production equipment and control systems through troubleshooting, repair, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement. The strongest candidates will combine controls knowledge with practical mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, test, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, VFDs, servo systems, and related automation components.
• Diagnose control-system and electronic-component failures and restore equipment to reliable operation.
• Perform root‑cause failure analysis and implement corrective actions that prevent recurring issues.
• Evaluate repair‑versus‑replace options and identify suitable replacement components when original parts become obsolete.
• Perform preventive maintenance and scheduled repair work during planned production outages.
• Document maintenance work, software or hardware changes, repairs, and component replacements.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, electrical schematics, control drawings, and work orders.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance technicians, operators, engineers, production leadership, and contractors.

Schedule

• Day‑shift start time is typically between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM.
• At least 40 hours per week.
• Approximately one Saturday per month is expected, with additional Saturdays possible based on business needs.
• On‑call support may be required for employees scheduled in the facility.

Compensation

• $32-$36/hour, based on experience.
• Annual bonus opportunity at company discretion.
• Overtime eligible.
• Benefits include vacation/PTO, medical coverage, 401(k), and other standard employer benefits.

Requirements

• Proficiency troubleshooting PLC‑controlled systems and automated industrial equipment.
• Familiarity with PLC programming concepts including ladder logic, function block diagrams, and structured text.
• Familiarity with industrial networking such as Modbus, Profibus, industrial Ethernet, PROFINET, or IO-Link.
• Strong analytical, mechanical, electrical, controls, and automation troubleshooting capability.
• High school diploma/GED plus relevant apprenticeship, technical training, or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical work in an industrial environment.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Preferred

• ISA controls or automation credentials such as CST, CCST, or CAP.
• Rockwell, Allen‑Bradley, or Siemens training/certifications.
• AutoCAD or SOLIDWORKS experience.
• Pneumatic or hydraulic training.
• Journeyman Electrician background and/or welding capability.

A one‑time transition payment may be available for qualified candidates who relocate to the Richmond area.