Industrial Maintenance Technician: PLC & Electrical (Training)

Packaging Corporation; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

401K Plan

Uniforms provided

Training hours stipend for technicians

Overtime pay 1.5x

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) seeks a Maintenance Technician in Reading, PA to diagnose, repair and maintain plant equipment across mechanical, electrical, and PLC systems. The role emphasizes safety, productivity improvements and rapid response to downtime.

Applicants should have at least 1 year of relevant experience, own basic tools, and the ability to work on all shifts with potential overtime. PCA offers a comprehensive benefits package and robust training opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial equipment.
• Experience repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and PLC systems.
• Committed to a safe, clean work environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, diagnose, repair, rebuild and replace mechanical, electrical, PLC, hydraulic and pneumatic systems on plant equipment.
• Use maintenance knowledge to increase productivity and reduce downtime and waste.
• Respond quickly to machine downtime and safety incidents with urgency.
• Complete in-house training and occasional external training, possibly with overnight travel.

Skills

Excellent communication

Basic computer skills

Fast-paced work ethic

Education

Technical degree

Job description

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) seeks a Maintenance Technician in Reading, PA to diagnose, repair and maintain plant equipment across mechanical, electrical, and PLC systems. The role emphasizes safety, productivity improvements and rapid response to downtime.

Applicants should have at least 1 year of relevant experience, own basic tools, and the ability to work on all shifts with potential overtime. PCA offers a comprehensive benefits package and robust training opportunities.