Industrial Maintenance Tech: PLC, VFD & Precision Systems

Randstad USA; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Technician to ensure the operation of production machinery by completing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on motors, electrical controls, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and mechanical assemblies.

You will perform intermediate-to-advanced troubleshooting of PLC-based equipment, AC/DC power circuits up to 480V 3-phase, and fluid power circuits while maintaining strict adherence to OEM standards and safety policies.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of maintenance experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of electrical systems up to 480V 3-phase, controls, and power distribution.
• Proven experience in Allen-Bradley PLC troubleshooting and VFD programming.
• Ability to read/update electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics.
• Root-cause analysis and critical-thinking skills; self-motivated and organized.

Responsibilities

• Safety Compliance: Follow all HSE protocols including Lock-Tag-Verify (LOTO), fall protection, confined space, forklift operation, and hot-work standards.
• Electrical & Automation: Troubleshoot/repair circuits (24VDC to 480V 3-phase), motors, relays, and sensors. Diagnose VFDs and interface with PLCs (Allen-Bradley) for logic adjustments and fault tracing.
• Mechanical Systems: Inspect, rebuild, and align pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, and drive systems using precision measurement tools and alignment lasers to OEM standards.
• Fluid Power: Troubleshoot and service hydraulic and pneumatic circuits, including valves, regulators, cylinders, and proportional controls.
• Fabrication: Perform basic welding, cutting, and fabrication for mechanical repairs or equipment modifications.
• Maintenance & PMs: Execute preventive/corrective maintenance per OEM specs. Analyze performance data to improve PM programs and support continuous improvement.
• Documentation & Collaboration: Maintain accurate maintenance records and coordinate with planning and production departments to resolve equipment abnormalities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

PLC Troubleshooting

Electrical Maintenance

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

VFD Programming

Mechanical Alignment

Schematic Reading

Root-Cause Analysis

Welding

Education

No Degree Required

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Job description

Randstad USA is seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Technician to ensure the operation of production machinery by completing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on motors, electrical controls, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and mechanical assemblies.

You will perform intermediate-to-advanced troubleshooting of PLC-based equipment, AC/DC power circuits up to 480V 3-phase, and fluid power circuits while maintaining strict adherence to OEM standards and safety policies.