PLC Technician (Elgin): 3rd Shift, Overtime, PTO

Electrical Automation Services; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Relocation assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Electrical Automation Services in Elgin, IL is seeking a hands-on technician to install, configure, and troubleshoot PLCs, servo drives, and related control wiring in a manufacturing setting. This on-site role requires ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift and to perform preventive maintenance on complex equipment.

You will diagnose analog and digital controls, ladder logic programs, HMI interfaces, and communication networks (Profibus, Ethernet).

Qualifications

• Must have PLC programming experience.
• Experience with servo drives and motion control.
• Proficient in reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Familiar with HMI interfaces and PLC/Ladder logic.
• Knowledge of Profibus/Industrial Ethernet communications.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure and troubleshoot PLCs, I/O modules, and wiring.
• Troubleshoot analog/digital controls and 480V power systems.
• Maintain and diagnose encoders, servo motors, and amplifiers.
• Develop and modify ladder logic and PLC programs.
• Support preventative maintenance on conveyors and production equipment.

Skills

PLCs

Servo systems

HMI

Electrical schematics

Ladder logic

Industrial networks

VFDs

Safety procedures

Preventive maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Siemens Step7/TIA Portal

Job description

Electrical Automation Services in Elgin, IL is seeking a hands-on technician to install, configure, and troubleshoot PLCs, servo drives, and related control wiring in a manufacturing setting. This on-site role requires ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift and to perform preventive maintenance on complex equipment.

You will diagnose analog and digital controls, ladder logic programs, HMI interfaces, and communication networks (Profibus, Ethernet).