Equipment Technician

AppleOne Employment Services; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

401k

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services seeks an experienced Equipment Technician for a direct hire in Greenville, SC. The role focuses on hands-on maintenance of automated equipment, robotics, and electrical systems in a manufacturing setting, with strong PLC controls skills and a commitment to uptime.

The position is night shift with competitive hourly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for pay growth through performance and seniority.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial automation or PLC-controlled equipment.
• Experience working with Siemens PLC systems and robotics is highly desirable.
• Comfort reading electrical schematics and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and modify automated manufacturing equipment to improve uptime and reliability.
• Diagnose issues involving Siemens PLC controls, robotic systems, pneumatic systems, VFDs, and electrical components.
• Support equipment modifications related to process changes, new vehicle models, and manufacturing expansions.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, and equipment documentation to identify faults.
• Maintain and update process documentation to support reliable manufacturing operations.
• Follow established safety procedures while collaborating with maintenance, engineering, and production teams.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC controls

Robotics

Industrial automation

Reading schematics

Electrical systems 24-480V

Cross-functional teamwork

Overtime willingness

Education

Associate degree in a technical discipline

High school diploma + 4+ years in automation

Tools

Siemens S7 PLCs

VFDs

Robotic systems

Electrical diagrams

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Equipment Technician for a direct hire opportunity in an automotive manufacturing environment in Greenville, SC. This night shift role is ideal for a hands-on industrial maintenance professional with strong electrical troubleshooting skills, PLC controls experience, and a passion for keeping automated production equipment running at peak performance. The Equipment Technician will support advanced manufacturing operations by troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and modifying automated equipment, robotic systems, pneumatic controls, and electrical systems. This is a strong opportunity for a technically skilled professional who wants stability, competitive pay, benefits, pay growth potential, and the chance to work with a collaborative maintenance and production team. This environment offers the opportunity to contribute to high-volume manufacturing operations while working with modern industrial automation systems. Candidates who enjoy solving complex equipment issues, working with cross-functional teams, and supporting continuous improvement will find this role highly rewarding.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and modify automated manufacturing and test equipment to improve uptime and reliability.
• Diagnose issues involving Siemens PLC controls, robotic systems, pneumatic systems, variable frequency drives, and electrical components.
• Support equipment modifications related to process changes, new vehicle models, and manufacturing expansions.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, and equipment documentation to identify and correct faults.
• Maintain and update process documentation to support reliable and consistent manufacturing operations.
• Follow established safety procedures while working effectively with maintenance, engineering, and production teams.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay range: $32.00 to $37.00 per hour.
• Schedule: Night shift.
• Employment type: Direct hire.
• Location: Greenville, SC.
• Competitive pay scale and shift premiums.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k, and life insurance.
• Direct hire opportunity with pay increases.
• Overtime and holiday work may be required as needed.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Troubleshoot and repair automated manufacturing equipment, test equipment, and industrial control systems.
• Support PLC-controlled equipment, robotics, pneumatic systems, VFDs, and electrical systems from 24V to 480V.
• Interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation to resolve equipment faults.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve equipment reliability and production performance.
• Associate degree in a technical discipline and at least 2 years of experience with industrial automation or PLC controls, mechanical systems, and electronic systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent, at least 2 years of technical experience, and an additional 2 years of experience with industrial automation or PLC controls, mechanical systems, and electronic systems may be considered in place of an associate degree.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial automation and PLC-controlled equipment, including Siemens systems.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems ranging from 24V to 480V.
• Ability to troubleshoot automated robotic systems, pneumatic systems, and variable frequency drives.
• Ability to read and interpret technical schematics.
• Must successfully pass a hands-on electrical troubleshooting proficiency test.
• Must be willing to work overtime and holidays as needed.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and adapt to changing production needs.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and established maintenance procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Siemens S7 PLC systems.
• Experience with servo systems, sequential processes, and industrial control devices.
• Familiarity with human-machine interface devices and related software.
• Experience with three-phase power systems, feedback devices, and industrial automation controls.
• Experience installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining AC variable frequency drives.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

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