PLC Programmer

Certified Industrial Partners; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Preston Refrigeration, a full-service industrial refrigeration contractor based in Kansas City, MO, seeks a PLC Programmer to manage programming of PLC equipment and troubleshoot issues. You will work with ammonia refrigeration systems and guide electrical service technicians while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires reading electrical diagrams, traveling up to 75% with overnight stays, and maintaining a neat, professional appearance.

Qualifications

• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems required.

Responsibilities

• Manage programming duties of PLC equipment and electrical panels.
• Read electrical diagrams and schematics.
• Identify and troubleshoot ammonia refrigeration system operations.
• Guide and mentor electrical service technicians.
• Inspect PLC equipment and electrical components.
• Troubleshoot panel issues with testing devices.
• Travel as needed across the continental US.
• Ensure safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.

Skills

PLC programming

Allen Bradley

Opto 22 PLC

Ignition SCADA/HMI

Ammonia refrigeration

Reading electrical diagrams

Safety compliance

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree or related experience

Tools

Ignition SCADA/HMI

Frick controls

AAIM PLC platforms

CompactLogix/ControlLogix

Job description

Preston Refrigeration is a full-service industrial refrigeration contractor headquartered in Kansas City, MO. For over 75 years, the company has delivered innovative, efficient, and dependable solutions for clients in the meat processing, food & beverage, and cold storage sectors. Today, Preston has grown to employ a team of more than 150 refrigeration specialists, providing self-performed design, build, and maintenance services across the U.S.

About The Role

The PLC Programmer position manages all programming duties of all PLC equipment and any troubleshooting issues that arise.

What You'll Do

• Manages programming duties of various PLC equipment and electrical panels.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and schematics.
• Working knowledge of ammonia refrigeration system functionality and operations.
• Guides and mentors electrical service technicians in their duties.
• Inspects PLC equipment and other electrical components.
• Troubleshoot panel issues using appropriate of testing devices.
• Interprets statutes and regulations.
• Willingness to travel as needed throughout the continental US.
• Ensures that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed, brings problems to the attention of the Safety Director.
• Adheres to Preston Refrigeration guidelines for expense reports and submits to Payroll Specialist in a timely manner.
• Maintain a neat and clean appearance and motivated, positive attitude.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems required.
• Experience with PLC programming required including Allen Bradley (including CompactLogix and ControlLogix platforms) and Opto 22 PLC controls, including systems by Frick and AAIM. Experience with Ignition SCADA/HMI software preferred.
• Knowledge of building materials, engineering standards, and codes.
• Proficient in Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel.
• Ability to travel 75% of the time with overnight stays when required.