PLC Maintenance Technician

Wise Staffing Group; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wise Staffing Group in Aiken, SC is seeking a PLC Maintenance Technician for a full-time, on-site role. You will diagnose equipment issues, perform corrective maintenance on PLC‑controlled machinery, and support production to minimize downtime.

Responsibilities include inspecting electrical/mechanical components, updating maintenance records, and following safety and quality standards. Collaboration with engineering and operations is essential to improve equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining automated and PLC‑controlled machinery.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and equipment manuals.
• Commitment to safety practices and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
• Manufacturing environment background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose equipment issues and perform corrective maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Update maintenance records and collaborate with engineering and operations to improve reliability.
• Assist with installations or upgrades and ensure safety standards.

Skills

PLC maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Schematic reading

Safety procedures

Education

Industrial maintenance training or related certification

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Company Description

The employer is a growing industrial organization focused on reliable production operations and continuous improvement. The company invests in modern automation technologies, including PLC-controlled equipment, to maintain efficient and safe manufacturing processes. Team members are encouraged to take initiative, collaborate across departments, and contribute to equipment reliability and uptime. The organization values safety, quality, and professional development, offering opportunities to expand technical skills in maintenance and controls. The facility in Aiken, SC provides a stable work environment with a focus on long-term operational excellence.

Role Description

The PLC Maintenance Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in Aiken, SC, responsible for maintaining and supporting automated and PLC-controlled equipment. Day-to-day tasks include diagnosing equipment issues, performing corrective and preventive maintenance, and supporting production teams with timely troubleshooting to minimize downtime. The technician will inspect and repair mechanical, electrical, and control system components, update maintenance records, and follow established safety and compliance procedures. This role also involves collaborating with engineering and operations staff on improvements to equipment reliability, assisting with installations or upgrades, and ensuring all work meets quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Strong Equipment Maintenance and Industrial Maintenance skills, with experience working on automated and PLC-controlled machinery.
• Proficiency in Troubleshooting and Maintenance & Repair for mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Experience performing Preventive Maintenance tasks, including scheduled inspections, adjustments, and component replacements.
• Knowledge of PLC fundamentals (e.g., basic ladder logic understanding, Allen Bradley), sensors, motors, and industrial control devices is beneficial.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Commitment to safety practices, lockout/tagout procedures, and adherence to workplace regulations.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with production, engineering, and maintenance teams.
• Relevant technical training or certification in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or a related field; prior experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.