PLC Technician - Kinston, NC

Advanced Integration Technology, LP; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical options for employees and families

Casual work environment

Excellent growth opportunities

Job summary

Advanced Integration Technology, LP is seeking a PLC Technician in Kinston, NC. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining, testing, and repairing electrical and automation systems. You will need a strong background in PLC programming and technical support for various equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a technician certification or an associate's degree, along with substantial experience in PLC and HMI systems. A competitive compensation package, including free medical options and excellent growth opportunities, is offered.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in PLC and HMI configuration.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic components.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and solving hardware issues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, test, and repair PLC, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Provide technical support on PLCs and network interfaces.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical equipment.

Skills

Electrical/electronic troubleshooting

PLC programming

Hydraulics knowledge

Pneumatics knowledge

Mechanical systems knowledge

Education

Technician Certification or Associate's degree

Tools

Special diagnostic instruments

Computer and software skills

Job description

Posted Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:00 AM

AIT is the world's largest provider of automation, factory integration and tooling solutions dedicated to the global aerospace, defense, and space launch vehicle industries.

AIT offers a competitive compensation package (including free medical options for employees and their family), casual work environment and excellent growth opportunities.

Summary

The PLC Technician maintains, tests, and repairs electrical/electronic, PLC, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components. They apply knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles in determining equipment modifications, diagnosing malfunctions, and restoring equipment to operation. They will support all production and physical plant equipment in the facility.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Start up and shut down equipment in accordance with operation’s requirements, company safety procedures, and OSHA requirements for machine activation and shutdown.
• Provide technical support on PLCs and network interfaces throughout the manufacturing floor.
• Perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theory and principles, written specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical/electronic equipment including but not limited to PLCs, numerical controls, power supplies, drives, gauges/HMI and test equipment.
• Receive wiring diagrams, drawings, specifications, and instructions, both verbally or in writing, concerning emergency and scheduled repair, installation, and inspection work to be performed.
• Plan details of working procedures to determine material or replacement needs and determine a logical approach to repair problems.
• Service electronic equipment by checking, testing, and replacing faulty components, circuit modules, printed circuit boards, and similar electronic devices.
• Perform plant-wide electronic and electrical maintenance making operating adjustments as required.
• Capable of developing programs/documents for training and knowledge transfer in all aspects of the control systems.
• Maintain and install communication cables, power distribution cables, and wiring, and perform splicing as required.
• Promote and comply with good safety practices and habits, including but not limited to the use of all PPE.
• Perform all duties in a safe and collaborative manner and immediately report any potentially dangerous conditions or other safety concerns to the supervisor.
• Interface with other departments/personnel for the purpose of analyzing and/or supplying information to achieve processing/manufacturing requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Work Experience

• Technician Certification or Associate's degree in a related field required.
• Five or more years and/or equivalent experience preferred in PLC and HMI configuration and programming control circuit analysis, design, troubleshooting, and solving software/hardware issues in an industrial high voltage electrical maintenance.
• A thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic components and equipment, including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.
• Proficient computer experience/operation and PLC programming necessary.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements

• N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Performs routine maintenance on equipment and determines when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Reads and understands blueprints, schematics, and measuring devices.
• Behaves consistently and predictably; is reliable, responsible, and dependable in fulfilling obligations and diligently follows through on commitments and consistently meets deadlines.
• Achieves thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved.
• Clear and effective communication skills in both written and spoken forms.
• Understands how to use the computer, including turning the computer on and off, locating and opening files, navigating to websites, performing searches, and downloading files.
• Knowledge of computer applications including email, databases, word-processing programs, and spreadsheets such as Microsoft Office.
• Responds and follows up on a customer’s inquiry or problem in a timely and effective manner.
• Identifies problems and reviews relevant information to develop options, then implements the solutions.
• Works effectively with different levels of management, team members, and customers.

Work Conditions

• Indoors. Production and office environment. Temperature controlled, unless products and/or equipment are located outdoors.

Exposure Types

• Cuts and/or burns
• Dirt, dust, grease, and/or oil

Work Hours

• Standard work schedule; overtime may be necessary for meeting deadlines, required travel, and emergent conditions.
• Able to work scheduled "off shifts". 2nd, 3rd, or split shift if required.

Travel Requirements

• Remote - perform job responsibilities from customer work sites.
• This position may involve travel up to 10% of the time.

Physical Demands

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.

Security Clearance Statement

This position may require a government security clearance; you must be a U.S. citizen for consideration.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at AIT must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e., current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AIT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated workforce. AIT hires and promotes people based on their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that nurtures trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to view a copy of AIT's affirmative action plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

AIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

EEO Statement

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