Electrical Automation Mechanic

Ethos; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &

Job summary

Ethos seeks an Electrical Automation Mechanic to lead the maintenance and enhancement of the facility's electrical control systems in North Carolina. You will drive automation solutions from setup and programming to ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting, collaborating with IT and engineering teams to keep systems reliable and productive.

Key tasks include decoding schematics, resolving PLC/touchscreen issues, and mentoring technicians.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience with Allen Bradley/Rockwell automation is required.
• Programming experience is required.
• RS Logix 5000 experience is required.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and manuals in English.
• Ability to write routine reports and documentation in English.
• Self-motivated with ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must effectively communicate with management, vendors, and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Decode complex electrical schematics and user manuals to troubleshoot and maintain equipment.
• Troubleshoot automation and robotics software to optimize processes.
• Resolve PLC and touchscreen issues to minimize downtime.
• Assist with network troubleshooting and control networking issues.
• Collaborate with IT to maintain servers and ensure smooth operations.
• Identify and drive automation improvements to improve speed, efficiency, and reliability.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to maintenance technicians.
• Create user manuals and training materials for the team.
• Mentor maintenance technicians to develop their skills.

Skills

Allen Bradley/Rockwell

Programming

RS Logix 5000

Education

Associate’s Degree

Tools

Multimeter

PC

Software

Job description

Electrical Automation Mechanic

(Excellent Full Benefits Package, Competitive Compensation/Bonus Package and more!)

TheElectrical Automation Mechanic will be at the forefront of enhancing and maintaining the facility’s electrical control systems.

You will be key in driving automation solutions, from initial setup and programming to ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting.

Position Responsibilities:

Decode complex electrical schematics and user manuals to troubleshoot and maintain cutting-edge equipment, keeping operations running smoothly.

Solve automation and robotics software issues, applying advanced problem-solving skills to optimize processes.

Tackle hardware challenges head-on by resolving PLC and touchscreen issues to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.

Help with network troubleshooting issues and resolve control networking issues, keeping systems connected and reliable.

Collaborate with IT to maintain and troubleshoot servers, ensuring smooth, uninterrupted operations.

Help identify and drive automation improvements that elevate processes, making them faster, more efficient, and more reliable.

Be a key partner to management and engineering teams, offering valuable insights and consulting on innovative projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible.

Create engaging user manuals and training materials that empower the team to succeed and improve their technical skills.

Inspire and mentor maintenance technicians, providing hands-on training and guidance to help them excel in their roles.

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or technical school and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience, required.

• Experience with Allen Bradley/Rockwell automation required.

• Programming experience is REQUIRED.

• RS Logix 5000 experience.

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as electrical schematics, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, technical procedures, governmental regulations, and procedure manuals in English.

• Ability to write routine reports, procedural manuals, and correspondence in English.

• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and in group situations. Ability to respond to questions from internal/external customers/vendors at all levels including management.

• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.

• Effectively communicate the status of issues and projects with management, vendors, peers, and production personnel.

• Provide technical leadership and support to the maintenance technicians at the facility.

• Use the appropriate tools (e.g., Multimeter, PC, Software) to troubleshoot and diagnose the root cause of electrical issues in the facility.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

• Short Term & Long Term Disability

• Training & Development