Maintenance Technician (PLC / Controls)

Autonomy Staffing; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

AUTONOMY is hiring Maintenance Technicians for a direct-hire role with a packaging manufacturer in Greensboro, NC. This position emphasizes PLC and low-voltage controls troubleshooting on automated lines.

If you enjoy solving problems on production equipment and want a stable, full-time role on a growing team, we want to hear from you. Ideal candidates have hands-on PLC experience (Allen-Bradley/Siemens) and solid mechanical skills.

Qualifications

• Industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on PLC troubleshooting experience (Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens).
• Basic mechanical skills (bearings, basic repairs).
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including every other weekend and nights after training.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair automated production equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems (Allen-Bradley and Siemens).
• Diagnose and repair low-voltage controls, sensors, and control circuits.
• Perform mechanical repairs, including bearings, drives, and general equipment repairs.
• Complete preventive maintenance to keep lines running and reduce downtime.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout.
• Communicate equipment status and repairs with your shift team and supervisor.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

PLC troubleshooting

Basic mechanical skills

12-hour rotating shifts

Drug screen & background check

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Job description

AUTONOMY

Now Hiring

Maintenance Technician (PLC / Controls)

Pay Rate: $28.00 to $34.00 per hour, plus a $2.00/hr night shift differential

Schedule: 12-hour shifts (days 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, or nights). Rotating schedule: 36 hours one week, 48 hours the next, with every other weekend. About 6 weeks of day shift training before moving to an assigned shift.

Location: Greensboro, NC

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Openings: 4 (one on each of A, B, C, and D shifts)

Position Overview

Autonomy is hiring Maintenance Technicians for a direct-hire role with a packaging manufacturer in Greensboro, NC. This role is controls-forward. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on PLC and low-voltage controls troubleshooting experience, along with solid basic mechanical skills. If you like solving problems on automated production equipment and want a stable, full-time role on a team that is growing, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair automated production equipment
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems (Allen-Bradley and Siemens)
• Diagnose and repair low-voltage controls, sensors, and control circuits
• Perform mechanical repairs, including bearings, drives, and general equipment repairs
• Complete preventive maintenance to keep lines running and reduce downtime
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout
• Communicate equipment status and repairs with your shift team and supervisor

Required Qualifications

• Industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on PLC troubleshooting experience (Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens)
• Controls and low-voltage electrical troubleshooting experience
• Basic mechanical skills (bearings, basic repairs)
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including every other weekend and nights after training
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Food-grade or packaging manufacturing experience
• Experience reading electrical schematics and ladder logic

Why This Role

• $28 to $34/hr, plus a $2/hr night shift differential
• Direct hire, full-time position
• Paid training on day shift before moving to your assigned shift
• Every other weekend off and a predictable 36/48-hour rotation
• Growing maintenance team with a supportive manager

Interview Process

One in-person interview, about 1 hour, with the Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Supervisor, and HR.

Equal Opportunity Employer