Industrial PLC Controls Technician

Austin-Industrial

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 58,000

Full time

38 hours ago

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Job summary

Austin Industrial is seeking a PLC Control Technician to install, program, troubleshoot, and maintain automated industrial control systems for safe, reliable plant operation in our Phoenix area facility.

You will diagnose control system issues, implement corrective actions, and optimize automation processes, collaborating with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to improve performance and uptime.

Qualifications

Associate degree or technical certification in Industrial Controls, Electronics, Electrical Technology, Automation, or related field.
Experience with major PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation or Siemens.
Strong understanding of analog and digital I/O, instrumentation, motor controls, and industrial automation principles.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, and commission PLC-based control systems, HMI interfaces, and related automation equipment.
Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs using ladder logic and standard methods.
Design, update, and maintain HMI screens to improve operator functionality and process monitoring.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical and control system components, minimizing downtime.
Maintain, calibrate, and test sensors, transmitters, actuators, motor controls, drives, and VFDs.
Diagnose and resolve I/O, networks, and industrial automation hardware issues.
Document troubleshooting activities, program changes, maintenance records, and system configurations.
Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance to improve performance.