PLC Maintenance Technician — 12-Hour Shifts

Mary Dickson

Newark (DE)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

10 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off

Job summary

LaMotte Company in Newark, DE is seeking a maintenance technician experienced with PLCs and electrical systems to maintain and repair plant equipment. The role includes upgrading relays to PLC controls, servicing HVAC and related systems, and supporting lean initiatives.

Strong reading, math, and computer skills are essential; a valid driver’s license and ability to lift 50 pounds are required. Full-time position at a 100+-year-old global water testing solutions leader with 24/7 operations at

Qualifications

  • Requires good math skills and the ability to read and understand instructions and manuals.
  • Must have a thorough knowledge of PLC-controlled machinery.
  • Requires experience and skills in areas relating to electrical machine maintenance and modification.
  • Must be advanced in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and general computer applications.
  • Requires experience and skills in areas relating to building construction and modification.
  • Must have electrical, plumbing & HVAC exp.
  • EPA certification is preferred, not required.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license, be able to transport 50 pounds, operate shop equipment, power tools, and use hand tools.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and repair all types of manufacturing equipment using specialized experience in electrical and PLC-controlled equipment.
  • Upgrades equipment from outdated relay logic to PLC controls by building new panels from wiring diagrams and schematics.
  • Maintains a total productive maintenance program that follows the manufacturer’s instructions and established procedures.
  • This includes all manufacturing equipment, HVAC, vacuum systems, dust collection systems, dehumidifier units, air compressors, furnaces, lighting, etc.
  • Assists with handling equipment breakdowns and completes maintenance work requests as needed and assigned by Maintenance Supervisor.
  • Assists in modifications as described in approved project proposals.
  • Makes local pick-ups of items required for projects or for maintenance projects.
  • Utilizes time between various stages of major projects to accomplish smaller projects.

Skills

PLC knowledge
Electrical troubleshooting
Reading manuals

Tools

MS Word
MS Excel
MS PowerPoint

Job description

LaMotte Company in Newark, DE is seeking a maintenance technician experienced with PLCs and electrical systems to maintain and repair plant equipment. The role includes upgrading relays to PLC controls, servicing HVAC and related systems, and supporting lean initiatives.

Strong reading, math, and computer skills are essential; a valid driver’s license and ability to lift 50 pounds are required. Full-time position at a 100+-year-old global water testing solutions leader with 24/7 operations at

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