Controls Technician – PLC/Servo Drives, 3rd Shift

Electrical Automation Services; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrical Automation Services is seeking a skilled technician for on-site work in Elgin, IL. The role involves installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of PLCs, servo drives, and related control equipment.

You will diagnose complex electrical and mechanical issues, work with 480V 3-phase systems, and program HMIs to ensure reliable production operations. The position requires demonstrated PLC experience, familiarity with ladder logic, and the ability to work a 2nd or 3rd shift with

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working with programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Experience with servo systems and related motion control.
• Proficient in reading electrical schematics and troubleshooting electrical components.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, configuration and troubleshooting of control systems and devices.
• Troubleshoot analog/digital controls with 480V 3-phase power distribution, motors, VFDs and soft starts.
• Program and trouble-shoot PLCs and HMIs; modify ladder logic as needed.
• Diagnose and implement communication protocols (Profibus, serial, industrial Ethernet).
• Provide preventive maintenance on conveyors and production equipment.

Skills

PLCs

Servo systems

HMI interfaces

Electrical schematics

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Electrical Automation Services is seeking a skilled technician for on-site work in Elgin, IL. The role involves installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of PLCs, servo drives, and related control equipment.

You will diagnose complex electrical and mechanical issues, work with 480V 3-phase systems, and program HMIs to ensure reliable production operations. The position requires demonstrated PLC experience, familiarity with ladder logic, and the ability to work a 2nd or 3rd shift with