Job Description
Job Description
Thompson First Group is currently seeking a qualified PLC Technician for a local client in North Liberty, IN. Candidates who have a background programming, troubleshooting and edit PLC softwares are encourage to apply.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist with installation, start-up, and maintenance of plant/ facility electrical equipment and control systems, with particular emphasis on troubleshooting PLC-based control systems.
- PLC and HMI/operator interface configurations and low-level program changes such as adding/changing alarms, adding/changing timers, or other minor program changes.
- Assist operating and maintenance departments in selecting and standardizing equipment, software, device upgrades, drivers, and interfaces to improve equipment operation and control system reliability.
- Provide written documentation of changes and notifications to all maintenance employees when significant changes are made to control systems so that troubleshooters on all shifts are aware of recent changes.
- Communicate within the department, and with the other PLC Tech's and Plant Maintenance Management, as needed to resolve problems that are beyond your ability to correct.
- Contact equipment suppliers for technical support, as needed.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- High school diploma/ GED required.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating system, PC/software configurations, and how PLC software works with computer operating systems.
- Selected candidates will be required to pass written and hands-on tests.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- 2- 5 years maintenance experience preferred.
- Associate degree in electrical/electronic technology field preferred or prior knowledge working in a PLC environment.
- Programming/navigating and troubleshooting PLC control systems is preferred.
- Experience with Allen Bradley PLC-5, SLC-500, ControLogix, and Panelview Plus is a big plus.
- Familiarity with the following industrial control communication protocols: ControlNet, Ethernet, DH+, Remote I/O, and DeviceNet preferred.
- Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and combustion control systems is a plus
Thompson First Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.