Plant Maintenance Technician, PLC & Robotics

System One Solutions; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

System One is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician in Latrobe, PA to troubleshoot and repair production and facility assets, including PLCs and robotics, ensuring uninterrupted operations. The role involves reading schematics, working on energized equipment per OSHA/NFPA 70, and performing preventive maintenance with a safety-first mindset.

You’ll collaborate with production teams, manage spare parts, and assist with installation of new equipment and automation projects on onsite shifts of 40

Qualifications

• Solid maintenance background in an industrial environment.
• Troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Working knowledge of PLCs and adherence to electrical safety practices.
• Ability to read/interpret technical prints and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and prevent failures on production and facility assets.
• Partner with production teams to reduce downtime and smooth daily changeovers.
• Keep the maintenance shop immaculate and well-organized; document all work clearly.
• Service production, support, and auxiliary equipment; complete mold setups and log results.
• Interpret electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical drawings; pinpoint PLC issues and correct them.
• Work on energized equipment following OSHA requirements and NFPA 70 standards.
• Execute preventive maintenance cycles—daily, weekly, and monthly—on machinery and building systems.
• Verify safe, efficient operation of machines, robots, and auxiliaries; ensure all safeguards meet OSHA and policy.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new or special equipment, automation, and robotics.
• Manage spare parts inventory and communicate restock needs to the Maintenance Manager.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting capability

Mechanical troubleshooting capability

Experience programming PLCs

Experience wiring/building PLC panels

Industrial electrical experience

Understanding of industrial electrical

Mechanical systems and repair

Equipment repair and maintenance

Read/interpret technical prints

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Plant Maintenance Technician, PLC & RoboticsReady for the next challenge?Do you enjoy tracking down the root cause of a line stop? Can you read a schematic, dive into a PLC, and safely work on low or high voltage to get a cell back online? If you thrive where automation meets craftsmanship, this role in Latrobe, PA could be your next move.The opportunityEmployment Type: Direct HireCompensation: $47,800 – $56,000Work Model: OnsiteHours: 40/weekWhat you’ll doTroubleshoot, repair, and prevent failures on production and facility assets to support uninterrupted operations.Partner directly with production teams to reduce downtime and smooth daily changeovers.Keep the maintenance shop immaculate and well‑organized; document all work clearly.Service production, support, and auxiliary equipment; complete mold setups and log results.Interpret electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical drawings; pinpoint PLC issues and correct them.Work on energized equipment following OSHA requirements and NFPA 70 standards.Execute preventive maintenance cycles—daily, weekly, and monthly—on machinery and building systems.Verify safe, efficient operation of machines, robots, and auxiliaries; ensure all mechanical/electrical/hydraulic safeguards meet OSHA and company policy.Assist with installation and commissioning of new or special equipment, automation, and robotics.Manage spare parts inventory and communicate restock needs to the Maintenance Manager.What you bringHigh School Diploma or equivalent.Solid maintenance/mechanical background in an industrial environment.Strength in troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.Working knowledge of PLCs and adherence to electrical safety practices.Ability to read/interpret technical prints and specifications.Organizational skills to manage parts and maintain accurate records.Why System OneSystem One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.Our commitmentSystem One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Skills to excelPLC troubleshooting capabilityMechanical troubleshooting capabilityExperience programming PLCsExperience wiring/building PLC panelsIndustrial electrical experienceUnderstanding of industrial electrical systemsMechanical systems and component repair expertiseEquipment repair and maintenance expertise#M-1 | Ref: #282-Eng Pgh