Automation Controls & Electro-Mechanical Technician

Let us guess a few things about you

• Do you enjoy chasing down the root cause of a fault, whether it lives in a PLC, a VFD, a control circuit, or a mechanical linkage
• Are you comfortable building control panels from schematics and integrating them with pneumatics and mechanical systems
• Does preventive maintenance feel like a smart investment, not a chore

• Apply combined electrical and mechanical know-how to diagnose equipment malfunctions and restore uptime.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, control circuits, and variable speed AC drives to stabilize processes.
• Assemble, test, and install control enclosures based on schematic diagrams.
• Build automation equipment using engineering instructions, technical manuals, and your understanding of electronic systems and components.
• Interface electrical controls with pneumatic and mechanical subsystems for reliable operation.
• Handle other duties assigned by management as required to meet production needs.
• Perform routine PMs to keep machines running smoothly, building systems efficient, and facility conditions strong.
• Document every repair and adjustment in the maintenance work order system.
• Inspect drives, motors, and belts; confirm proper fluid levels; replace filters; and complete checklist items.
• Use a full range of tools, from hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches to precision measuring devices and electrical electronic test instruments.
• Assemble, install, or repair wiring; electrical and electronic components; piping and plumbing; machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine corrective actions using blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs.
• Plan and lay out repair tasks using diagrams, drawings, blueprints, maintenance manuals, and schematics.
• Operate cutting torches or welding equipment to cut or join metal.
• Inspect used parts for dimensional changes with rulers, calipers, micrometers, and similar instruments.

• Fluency in electrical schematic reading.
• High-level troubleshooting skills.
• Mechanical troubleshooting capability.
• Knowledge of single phase and three phase power.
• Experience with 120, 208, 240, and 480 volt systems.
• Competence in motor replacement, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to replace conveyor chains.
• Hands‑on hydraulics experience.
• Pneumatics troubleshooting proficiency.
• Comfort reading and applying blueprints.

If you nodded along, you will thrive here bringing machines back to life and keeping the operation humming.