Industrial Maintenance Technician: PLCs, VFDs & Robotics

Crafted Staff; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Crafted Staff is seeking mechanically inclined Maintenance Technicians to support industrial manufacturing operations in Opelika, Alabama.

This hands-on role focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing manufacturing equipment, electrical systems, and automated production machinery to minimize downtime and keep production running smoothly. The ideal candidate will diagnose PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and control systems, and perform electrical diagnostics up to 480 volts.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Experience performing mechanical maintenance, equipment repairs, or related technical work.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical equipment malfunctions.
• Willingness and ability to learn industrial automation and manufacturing maintenance systems.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and established maintenance practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.
• Dependable attendance and willingness to work the assigned schedule.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical problems affecting manufacturing and production equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and industrial control systems to identify equipment malfunctions.
• Perform electrical diagnostics on industrial equipment and systems operating up to 480 volts.
• Support the maintenance and troubleshooting of automated manufacturing equipment and robotic systems.
• Perform mechanical repairs and adjustments to restore equipment functionality.
• Identify equipment problems and determine appropriate corrective actions to minimize production interruptions.
• Work with production personnel and other maintenance team members to address equipment issues.
• Assist with equipment maintenance activities and repairs as assigned.
• Follow established safety procedures when working with electrical, mechanical, and automated equipment.
• Participate in hands-on training and technical skill development.
• Support reliable equipment operation and overall manufacturing productivity.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Dependability

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Tools

PLCs

HMIs

VFDs

Electrical diagnostics

Job description

Crafted Staff is seeking mechanically inclined Maintenance Technicians to support industrial manufacturing operations in Opelika, Alabama.

This hands-on role focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing manufacturing equipment, electrical systems, and automated production machinery to minimize downtime and keep production running smoothly. The ideal candidate will diagnose PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and control systems, and perform electrical diagnostics up to 480 volts.