Electrical Maintenance Tech: PLCs & Plant Automation

Foster Farms; Demopolis (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Foster Poultry Farms is seeking an Electronic Technician to design, install, maintain and troubleshoot plant instrumentation and control systems, including PLC programming. The role supports the processing department and strives for safe, reliable operations while upholding our values and quality standards.

You will collaborate with supervisors and team members to ensure accurate processing and high-quality products, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Minimum three years on‑the‑job experience in industrial electrical field.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Design and upgrade/install plant instruments and control devices.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and rebuild equipment as necessary.
• Operate PLCs and related instrumentation to ensure safe, reliable production.

Skills

Industrial electrical

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Team leadership

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Foster Poultry Farms is seeking an Electronic Technician to design, install, maintain and troubleshoot plant instrumentation and control systems, including PLC programming. The role supports the processing department and strives for safe, reliable operations while upholding our values and quality standards.

You will collaborate with supervisors and team members to ensure accurate processing and high-quality products, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced