Technician - Controls

Ross Stores, Inc.; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ross Stores, Inc. in Fort Mill, South Carolina is seeking a Technician Control to troubleshoot and maintain PLC and PC based automation systems. The individual will focus on enhancing system-control data credibility and utilizing management system interface tools for efficiency.

Qualified candidates should have experience with PLC skills, fieldbus networks, and the necessary knowledge of electrical circuits. Strong proficiency in Word and Excel is also required. Join our team and contribute to our mission of excellence and community!

Qualifications

• Familiarity with RS Logix 500 and RS Logix 5000 instruction sets.
• Intermediate proficiency in writing PLC logic.
• Understanding of 3-phase distribution and power transmission.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and design PLC logic.
• Statistically interpret and improve automated system performance.
• Maintain accurate record-keeping and parts procedures.

Skills

PLC Skills

Fieldbus Network Skills

Functional knowledge in configuring instrumentation

Ability to use process meter and operate oscilloscope

Knowledgeable in assembly of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems

Proficiency in Word and Excel

Job description

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you!

Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off‑price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high‑quality brands and on‑trend merchandise at extraordinary savings, all while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience.

As Part Of Our Team, You Will Experience

• Success. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolving.
• Career growth. We develop industry‑leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow.
• Teamwork. We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solution.
• Our commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, and our community. We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community.

Our Corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA. We have three buying offices in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and eight distribution centers nationwide. With 2025 revenues of $22.8 billion, we are a Fortune 500 company committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.

Technician Control

Job Summary

The Technician Control is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and enhancing the accuracy, reliability, and system‑control data credibility of PLC and PC based automation systems. Effectively utilizing building‑management system interface tools and equipment to achieve efficiency.

Job Responsibilities

To exhibit the ability to troubleshoot and perform basic design of PLC logic, operator interface terminal, energy‑management systems, and electrical installations. Statistically interpret and improve automated system performance parameters, at macro/micro level. Able to perform preventive maintenance for controls and systematize electrical/control parts inventory. The right individual will maintain accurate record‑keeping and parts procedures and inventory control.

Required Qualifications

• PLC Skills: Must have familiarity with RS Logix 500 and RS Logix 5000 instruction sets and intermediate proficiency in writing logic. Familiarity with PLC hardware preferred.
• Fieldbus Network Skills: Familiarity with design and implementation (hardware and software).
• Functional knowledge in configuring instrumentation and intermediate understanding of electrical circuits and basic electrical components used in automation systems.
• Ability to use process meter and operate oscilloscope.
  • Knowledgeable in assembly of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, robotic operation and vision systems, and the ability to assemble new equipment and modify existing manufacturing equipment.
  • Connect, test, and maintain electrical systems for a variety of purposes, including climate control, security and communications.
  • Understanding of 3‑phase distribution and 3‑phase power transmission.
  • Energy‑management (BMS) software and hardware familiarity.
  • Proficiency in Word and Excel – Testing Required.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all‑inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management's discretion.

Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental, or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.