Mining Automation Controls Technician

Origin Mining Company; Golden Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Origin Mining Company in Arizona is seeking a qualified Controls Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and support industrial automation and control systems in our mining and processing environment. The role emphasizes hands-on diagnostics, system support, and collaboration with Controls Engineers, Maintenance, and Electrical teams to ensure safe, reliable operation.

You will diagnose PLCs and HMIs, perform preventative maintenance, monitor system performance, and document activities while

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in industrial controls or automation.
• Experience with PLC systems (Allen-Bradley / Rockwell preferred).
• Ability to troubleshoot live production control systems.
• Basic understanding of SCADA, HMI, and industrial networks.
• Familiarity with electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control drawings.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve issues with PLCs, HMIs, and control systems to minimize downtime.
• Support maintenance and electrical teams with automation issues.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on control systems.
• Monitor system performance and report recurring issues.
• Collaborate with controls engineers to test and implement minor updates.

Skills

PLC systems

HMI/SCADA

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial networks

Reading schematics

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Rockwell Automation hardware

Job description

Origin Mining Company in Arizona is seeking a qualified Controls Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and support industrial automation and control systems in our mining and processing environment. The role emphasizes hands-on diagnostics, system support, and collaboration with Controls Engineers, Maintenance, and Electrical teams to ensure safe, reliable operation.

You will diagnose PLCs and HMIs, perform preventative maintenance, monitor system performance, and document activities while