Controls Technician – PLC/SCADA & OT Systems

UFP Industries; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Deckorators, a brand of UFP Industries, seeks a Controls Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, install, and optimize industrial control systems at our Buffalo facility. You'll work with Controls Engineers, Electricians, and Maintenance teams to ensure PLC, SCADA, HMI, and related systems operate safely and reliably in production.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, PLC training or hands-on experience, and at least 2 years in industrial maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical education preferred.
• Specialized PLC training or hands-on experience.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on maintenance in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read repair manuals, wiring diagrams, schematics, and machine documentation.
• Ability to lift moderate weights and work in a physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on control systems and OT to ensure optimal performance.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, sensors and related equipment.
• Conduct system tests and inspections to identify issues and implement corrective actions.
• Partner with electricians and maintenance technicians to troubleshoot electrical/electronic issues.
• Assist with installation and configuration of OT hardware and software.
• Follow technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and blueprints for accurate integration.
• Develop and update electrical PM procedures.
• Maintain records of installations and repairs.
• Prepare technical reports on system performance and resolutions.
• Update system documentation and manuals as required.
• Follow all safety procedures and regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Reading schematics

Independent / team oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Ignition

Job description

Deckorators, a brand of UFP Industries, seeks a Controls Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, install, and optimize industrial control systems at our Buffalo facility. You'll work with Controls Engineers, Electricians, and Maintenance teams to ensure PLC, SCADA, HMI, and related systems operate safely and reliably in production.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, PLC training or hands-on experience, and at least 2 years in industrial maintenance.