What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Automation Maintenance Technician (PLC/VFD) position at Snelling Talent Partners?
Build reliability into every machine
Join a team that keeps precision manufacturing running smoothly. Your focus: restore uptime fast, prevent failures before they happen, and document fixes that stick.
Your impact- Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair CNC machinery to sustain accurate, dependable operation.
- Service industrial electronics and control systems, resolving faults across diverse equipment.
- Set up, tune, and troubleshoot DC and AC variable frequency drives (VFDs) for optimal performance.
- Diagnose and repair programmable logic controllers, specifically Allen‑Bradley SLC‑500 and CompactLogix.
- Use appropriate test equipment to confirm hypotheses and verify repairs.
- Read and apply mechanical prints/drawings and electrical line diagrams/relay logic.
- Support facility utilities: air compressors; pneumatic and hydraulic systems; chilled water; and HVAC equipment.
Other related tasks may be assigned to meet operational needs.
Must‑have capabilities- Demonstrated competency with DC and AC VFD installation and troubleshooting.
- Experience repairing Allen‑Bradley SLC‑500 and CompactLogix PLCs.
- Proficiency using test equipment for electrical/electronic diagnostics.
- Foundational understanding of air compression, pneumatics, hydraulics, chilled‑water systems, and HVAC.
- Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical documentation, including relay logic.
- At least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience.
- Air‑conditioned workspace with typical machinery noise levels.
- Possible exposure to coolants, lubricants, abrasive compounds, electricity, and wiring.
- Frequent standing, walking, climbing, pushing/pulling, grasping, kneeling, squatting, bending, twisting/turning, and reaching above the shoulder.
- Lift and carry 0–50 lbs.
- Mechanical troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance and repair skills
- Mechanical systems & component repair
Salary : $30 - $35