Controls Technician — PLCs, VFDs & Motor Drives

Smart Resources Group; West Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Resources Group in West Sacramento, CA, is seeking a Control Technician to support a high-speed manufacturing facility. You will troubleshoot, maintain, and repair PLC-controlled equipment, industrial electrical systems, and automation controls to maximize uptime and support production operations.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience, proficiency with PLCs and VFDs, and the ability to read schematics and blueprints.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.
• Strong VFD installation and troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of 3-phase electrical systems and motor controls.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, LOTO, and NFPA 70E safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair PLCs, HMIs, sensors, controls, and automated equipment
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot VFDs and motor controls
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment
• Respond to equipment downtime and support continuous improvement efforts
• Follow all OSHA, LOTO, and NFPA 70E safety requirements
• Maintain accurate maintenance and repair documentation

Skills

Industrial electrical maintenance

PLC troubleshooting

VFD installation/troubleshooting

3-phase electrical systems

Schematic/blueprint reading

OSH LOTO NFPA70E safety

Job description

Smart Resources Group in West Sacramento, CA, is seeking a Control Technician to support a high-speed manufacturing facility. You will troubleshoot, maintain, and repair PLC-controlled equipment, industrial electrical systems, and automation controls to maximize uptime and support production operations.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience, proficiency with PLCs and VFDs, and the ability to read schematics and blueprints.