Maintenance & Automation Technician

Theuniversityunion; Ohio; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake City Plating is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, and support automation projects across plant facilities in Jefferson, OH. The role emphasizes electrical, mechanical, and automation skills with local travel between sites.

The ideal candidate has two or more years in maintenance or a related trade, experience with PLCs, and a valid driver’s license. This is a full-time, on-site role with Saturdays as needed.

Qualifications

• Technical training and 2+ years of related experience or equivalent
• Background in a recognized trade: mechanic, electrician, or machinist
• 2 years of basic PLC programming and troubleshooting experience
• Comfortable working in a high-energy, results-focused environment
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance on manufacturing equipment and building infrastructure to support safety, quality, and efficiency
• Includes electrical, plumbing, welding, HVAC, boiler, pneumatics, and computerized controls
• Assist with chemistry/lab operations as needed
• Complete checklists and maintain records of maintenance procedures
• Support PLC programming and troubleshooting, and document automation projects

Skills

Technical training

Trade background

PLC programming

High-energy environment

Driver's license

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Microsoft Office

Job description

Equal Respect. Equal Opportunity. Your Career Starts Here!

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• Location 108 South Sycamore Street,Jefferson, OH, 44047,United States
• Job Category Maintenance
• Employee Type Non-Exempt
• Manage Others No

Description

Summary

Performs preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and continuous improvement projects on equipment, automated systems, utility systems, buildings, and other physical infrastructure. Supports the reliability, safety, and efficiency of plant operations through mechanical, electrical, and automation-related maintenance activities. Approximately 25% of this position's responsibilities are dedicated to supporting the Automation Manager through the troubleshooting, maintenance, modification, and continuous improvement of PLC-controlled equipment, control systems, and automation projects.

Essential Maintenance Technician Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance functions to manufacturing equipment and the building in support of operating effectiveness and efficiency, facility safety, regulatory compliance, and project performance goals.
• The functions include, but are not limited to the following: Electrical, Plumbing, Welding, HVAC, Boiler, Pneumatics, Computerized controls, etc.
• Partner and assist with chemistry/lab operations
• Completes checklists, and maintains records of maintenance procedures
• Performs other duties as requested
• Suggest improvements for quality, safety and efficiency

Automation and PLC Support

• Support the Automation Manager to perform basic PLC troubleshooting, programming modifications, and improvement of automated manufacturing equipment and control systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled equipment, HMIs, sensors, VFDs, motor controls, and associated electrical devices.
• Assist with automation projects, equipment startups, commissioning activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain and update PLC programs, electrical schematics, and automation documentation as directed.
• Support automated systems used to monitor production throughput, equipment uptime, and process performance.
• PLC Programming and troubleshooting
• Electrical Controls
• Technical Capacity
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Results Driven
• Customer Focus
• Reliability

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, Saturdays are mandatory, when necessary, this will depend on customer requirements.

Travel

• Local travel between sites is expected for this position.

Qualifications or Skills Required

• Technical Training and two or more years of related experience in the field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Background in a recognized trade: mechanic, electrician, and/or machinist
• 2 years of basic PLC programming and troubleshooting experience
• Comfortable working in a high-energy, results focused environment
• Must have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation

Preferred Experience and Education

• Allen-Bradley, Siemens or similar platform experience
• Plating and automation experience a plus
• Working with chemicals in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office

Other Duties

• As assigned

EEO Statement

Lake City Plating is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining a diverse team of talented individuals who are passionate about their work. Our goal is to foster an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their best. Together, we aim to provide exceptional service to our customers.