Night Shift Automation & Controls Technician

Bel Group

Brookings Township (SD)

On-site

USD 87,000 - 107,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Bel Group seeks an Automation and Controls Technician for the Brookings facility to support night shift operations. You will optimize plant automation, troubleshoot PLCs, and coordinate with maintenance and production personnel to ensure reliable electrical systems.

Responsibilities include programming RSLogix 5000, maintaining motor drives and controls, and upholding safety standards. AAS or equivalent training plus 2+ years in industrial automation is preferred; journeyman license is a plus.

Qualifications

Requires education generally equivalent to a High School Diploma plus a minimum of 2 years of trades training in electricity, electronics and industrial automation.
An AAS degree in industrial electricity, automation, industrial maintenance, electronics or similar technical degree is desired, but not required.
Current electrical journeyman’s license or willingness to work toward these credentials is desired.
Requires a minimum of 2 years experience relating to electrical repairs, programmable logic controls, and wiring in an industrial setting.
Mechanical and maintenance skills sufficient to fill in for maintenance positions plant-wide during vacations or other absences.
Ability to read and understand technical documents/manual and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

Serve as technical resource to the Automation Supervisor for the optimization and maintenance of plant automation and controls equipment.
Assist managers, supervisors and plant personnel in diagnosing and correcting malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
Provide troubleshooting and problem solving assistance to technicians through knowledge of PLC programming, troubleshooting and electrical maintenance.
Program and troubleshoot in RSLogix 5000 and create and modify screens for HMI stations.
Maintain automated electrical systems such as motor controls and drives, power supplies, programmable controllers and communication networks.
Evaluate work quality of electrical and automation technicians and provide constructive feedback and training to fellow team members.
Effectively communicate information regarding automation and maintenance interventions and situations to maintenance supervisors, especially from overnight operations.
Make decisions and solve problems - Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Demonstrate compliance with all plant safety rules, participate in safety-related groups and be proactive in the development of plant safety culture.
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.