PLC Technician — Growth, Training & Benefits

Norsk Hydro

Yankton (SD)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings Plans with Company

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions in Yankton, SD is seeking a Maintenance Technician to install, maintain and troubleshoot PLC-based automation systems. You will read schematics, wire PLC/HMI hardware, and support commissioning activities as part of a skilled team.

Ideal candidates bring PLC troubleshooting skills and basic ladder logic knowledge, plus familiarity with sensors, transmitters, and I/O configurations. A safety‑conscious, collaborative environment awaits in a global leader.

Qualifications

0–5 years experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.
Basic ladder logic troubleshooting and fault isolation.
Knowledge of industrial sensors, transmitters, and control devices.
Familiarity with digital and analog I/O configuration and verification.
Knowledge of industrial communication networks and PLC-to-device communications.

Responsibilities

Assist in installation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of PLCs and related automation equipment.
Basic wiring, PLC, and HMI setup.
Assist in wiring and installation of PLC hardware.
Perform basic diagnostics and troubleshooting under supervision.
Read and interpret electrical schematics and PLC I/O diagrams.
Support senior technicians in system testing and commissioning.
Maintain documentation and logs of work performed.
Configure, scale, and troubleshoot analog signals and instrumentation.
Perform basic PLC program uploads, downloads, and online monitoring.
Use multimeters and basic electrical testing equipment.