Industrial Electronics & PLC Technician

Vortex Companies - Trenchless Infrastructure Solutions; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K retirement plan

Income protection insurance

PTO

Job summary

Vortex Companies, LLC is seeking an electrical/electromechanical technician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, and related systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires hands-on capability, reading drawings, and applying electrical/mechanical principles to diagnose and repair equipment, with emphasis on safety and OSHA compliance. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities provided.

Qualifications

• GED/High School Diploma required.
• Associate’s degree or technical certificate in a technical field required.
• Must possess basic math skills.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions, drawings, and specifications.
• Reliable, punctual, and safety conscious.

Responsibilities

• Assists in troubleshooting and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical/electronic equipment including PLCs, temperature controllers, power supplies, VFDs and test equipment.
• Assists in repairs or adjustments to all machinery in the manufacturing area.
• Conduct occasional facility maintenance, service, and repairs (dock doors, plumbing, carpentry).
• Performs work requiring knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories; writes specifications and adheres to electrical codes and material properties.
• Installs, starts up, and shuts down equipment following safety procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Informs management of potential problems and dangers involved.
• Maintains maintenance records and inventory of tools/spare parts.
• Performs preventive maintenance using CMMS.
• Work safely by following policies; maintain clean work environment.
• Perform related duties incidental to the described work.

Skills

Basic math

Reading instructions

Safety minded

Punctuality

Education

GED/High School Diploma

Associate’s degree or technical certificate

Job description

Vortex Companies, LLC is seeking an electrical/electromechanical technician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, and related systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires hands-on capability, reading drawings, and applying electrical/mechanical principles to diagnose and repair equipment, with emphasis on safety and OSHA compliance. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities provided.