PLC Tech

Owens Corning; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Dickson, Tennessee, is seeking a technician to troubleshoot electrical components and perform maintenance on AC/DC drives and motors. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical education, along with at least 5 years of industrial maintenance service, especially in PLC programming. Attention to detail, physical strength, and the ability to work independently and as a team are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical education plus 5 years’ experience.
• PLC programming required.
• Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC’S and various programming software desired.
• Knowledge of electrical testing equipment such as ammeters, voltmeters, Meggers, conduit benders, and hand tools.
• Electrical experience in 480-230 1-3 phase services, troubleshooting circuits, motor starters, lighting and control wiring a plus.
• Must be able to climb a ladder and work in high areas.
• Ability to work well independently, as well as part of a team.
• The ability to work accurately, thoroughly and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair AC / DC drives and motors.
• Perform repairs and maintenance to maintain production efficiencies.
• Perform assigned preventive maintenance tasks.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized work environment.
• Demonstrate high mental alertness and attention to detail.
• Lead as design or programming lead on selected projects.
• Develop PLC architecture designs including Ethernet, ControlNet and Remote I/O designs.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

Physical health and strength

Teamwork abilities

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical education

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC's

Electrical testing equipment

Voltmeter

Conduit bending

Hand tools

Job description

Main Responsibilities and Accountabilities

List the 4-8 essential functions of the job.

The technician must also have knowledge and ability to troubleshoot electrical component failures.

Troubleshoot and repair AC / DC drives and motors.

Perform repairs and maintenance as necessary to maintain production at target efficiencies.

Perform and record assigned preventive maintenance tasks.

Housekeeping is a priority to provide a safe, clean and organized work environment.

Position requires a high level of mental alertness and attention to detail, as well as good physical health and strength.

• May act as the design lead, programming lead, or owner's representative on selected.
• Develop PLC architecture designs including Ethernet, ControlNet and Remote I/O projects.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience Requirements

Provide hiring requirements necessary to successfully perform this job; indicate required and preferred levels for each category below.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical education plus 5 years’ experience

Experience

• PLC programming required.
• Prefer minimum of 5+ years of industrial maintenance service.
• Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC’S and PLC ladder programming along with various programming software PLC automation and motion experience desired.
• Knowledge of electrical testing equipment commonly used in an industrial plant, such as ammeters, voltmeters, Meggers, conduit benders, and other hand or power tools equipment related to the job.
• Electrical experience in 480-230 1-3 phase services, troubleshooting circuits, motor starters, lighting and control wiring a plus.
• Must be able to climb a ladder and work in high areas.
• Ability to work well independently, as well as part of a team.
• The ability to work accurately, thoroughly and meet deadlines.