Field Automation Technician

morrisassociates

Garner (NC)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Job summary

Morris and Associates in Garner, NC seeks a Field Automation Technician to support industrial refrigeration systems across customer sites. You will install, service and repair Morris heat exchangers, troubleshoot control systems, and train operators to ensure reliable operation.

The role requires up to 80% travel, strong Rockwell/Allen-Bradley software experience, and the ability to work independently in demanding environments. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

Experienced mid level refrigeration technician certified to work on ammonia and halocarbon industrial systems.
Proficient with Rockwell Automation software (RSLogix 5000, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View ME and RSLinx)
Familiarity with Mitsubishi HMI and PLC hardware and software
Experience with multiphase electrical circuits
Clean driving record and valid driver’s license
Ability to communicate clearly with customers and maintain bearing during stressful events
Interpret electrical schematics
Must be able to work without direct supervision
Must past drug screen and background check
Experience with programming VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives), Allen-Bradley & Mitsubishi
Willingness to travel often and work in less than optimum environments. Relocation not required.

Responsibilities

Provide technical instruction and assistance to lower-level field service representatives regarding installation, operation, repair, and maintenance of equipment at customer installations.
Perform installation, service and on-site repairs of Morris heat exchangers and associated refrigeration equipment.
Respond to requests for emergency or troublesome equipment repairs.
May operate in the field or from home office to provide technical support.
Coordinate with project electricians, and conduct pre-installation kick-off meetings.
Trouble shoot via phone/on site, start-up/commissioning.
Train customers and operators on Morris equipment.

Skills

Rockwell RSLogix/Studio 5000

RSLinx/FactoryTalk View ME

Mitsubishi PLC/HMI

VFD programming

Clear communication with customers

Electrical schematics interpretation

Self-supervised work

Drug test & background check

Allen-Bradley & Mitsubishi

Tools

Rockwell Automation software

Mitsubishi hardware/software

Job description

Field Automation Technician

Location: Garner, NC

Company: Morris and Associates

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive Salary + Benefits

About us

Morris & Associates is an employee-owned US-based, global provider of custom process cooling solutions. The company began in 1949 with a focus on providing process cooling solutions to the rapidly expanding poultry processing industry. Since then, we have expanded to provide process cooling solutions around the world for a variety of industries with Morris equipment currently found in 50 countries and 5 continents.

Innovation and an intense focus on building valuable partnerships with customers are key factors in our success as well as our reputation as a “go-to” source for the most challenging process cooling issues.

Another cornerstone of our success is our unique ability to lead complicated projects from the initial idea, through design/engineering and manufacturing, to installation as well as on-site service and support. We truly are a “one-stop-shop” in process cooling solutions.

https://morristhermal.com/

Job Description

Our Service Team supports our customers/partners in a range of environments. Poultry Processing Plants, Bagged Ice Facilities, Seafood Plants and Nuclear Power Plants are just a few of the environments we support. Morris has an opening for an experienced mid level refrigeration technician certified to work on both ammonia and halocarbon industrial systems. Job responsibilities include providing technical instruction and assistance to lower-level field service representatives regarding installation, operation, repair, and maintenance of equipment at customer installations. Performing installation, service and on-site repairs of Morris heat exchangers and associated refrigeration equipment. Responding to requests for emergency or troublesome equipment repairs. Must be able to work under direction and from definite objectives, referring only unusual cases to a supervisor. May operate in the field or from home office to provide technical support.

Key Responsibilities

This position requires up to 80% travel.
Simulate, test, and debug control systems on and off site
Assist with installation of new equipment
Repair equipment to Morris standard in field conditions
Assemble accurate reports after job completion and on equipment operation
Train customers and operators on Morris equipment
Coordinate with project electricians, as well as, conduct pre-installation kick-off meetings.
Trouble shooting via phone/on site, start-up/commissioning.

Qualifications

Proficient in Rockwell Automation software (RSLogix 5000, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View ME and RSLinx)
Familiarity with Mitsubishi HMI and PLC hardware and software
Experience with multiphase electrical circuits
Clean driving record and valid driver’s license
Ability to communicate clearly with customers and maintain bearing during stressful events
Interpret electrical schematics
Must be able to work without direct supervision
Must past drug screen and background check
Experience with programing VFD’s (Variable Frequency Drives), Allen-Bradley & Mitsubishi.
Must be willing to travel often and work in less than optimum environments. Relocation not required.

Physical Requirements