Industrial Electrician - Automation & Controls Training

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Tolono (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Premier Cooperative seeks an experienced Electrician to expand into industrial automation, focusing on electrical maintenance, installation, and modernization of automation initiatives. You will collaborate with millwrights, electricians, and maintenance staff to keep operations running smoothly across cooperative facilities in Illinois.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in industrial/commercial electrical work, familiarity with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), SCADA, and HMI systems,

Qualifications

• Licensed Electrician (Journeyman or higher preferred) with a minimum of 3 years of industrial or commercial experience.
• Interest in or experience with automation systems such as PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.), SCADA, and HMI design.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency electrical maintenance, repairs, and installations on cooperative facilities and equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Assist in designing, programming, and troubleshooting automation systems (e.g., PLCs, VFDs, HMI interfaces).
• Participate in system upgrades and automation projects across various cooperative locations.
• Ensure all work complies with electrical codes, safety standards, and company policies.
• Collaborate closely with other trades and technical staff on cross-functional maintenance and modernization efforts.
• Maintain accurate records of electrical and automation systems, modifications, and inspections.
• Stay current on trends and technologies in industrial automation and electrical systems.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Automation systems

PLC programming

Blueprints & schematics

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

SCADA

HMI

Job description

Premier Cooperative seeks an experienced Electrician to expand into industrial automation, focusing on electrical maintenance, installation, and modernization of automation initiatives. You will collaborate with millwrights, electricians, and maintenance staff to keep operations running smoothly across cooperative facilities in Illinois.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in industrial/commercial electrical work, familiarity with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), SCADA, and HMI systems,