Industrial Controls Technician

Skillforce is currently hiring an experienced Controls Technicians for a 1012 week automation and controls installation/debug project in the Louisville KY area. This is a hands-on opportunity for a skilled controls professional with experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing systems who is comfortable working night shift in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

The Controls Technician will assist with equipment installation startup debugging troubleshooting and repair of automated manufacturing systems.

• $178/day per diem for qualified travelers

• Travel time is compensated at the regular hourly rate

• Personal vehicle mileage reimbursed at $0.76/mile

• Airfare provided when applicable with rental car and fuel reimbursement

• Travelers must provide their own computer with required software preloaded

• Troubleshoot diagnose and repair automated manufacturing and control systems

• Troubleshoot PLCs and associated control systems

• Support installation startup commissioning and debugging of automated equipment

• Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues to minimize equipment downtime

• Work with Ignition MES to troubleshoot controls and production-related issues

• Read and interpret electrical schematics PLC programs and controls documentation

• Assist with system integration and equipment startup

• Identify and resolve issues with sensors control devices and automated equipment

• Work closely with electricians maintenance personnel engineers and other technicians during installation and debug activities

• Document troubleshooting activities modifications and repairs as needed

• Previous experience as a Controls Technician Controls Specialist Automation Technician or similar role

• Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLCs and automated manufacturing equipment

• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs is preferred

• Experience with Ignition MES is preferred

• Experience with Siemens S7 PLCs is a plus

• Experience with Beckhoff controls is a plus

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and controls documentation

• Ability to troubleshoot controls issues independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

• Comfortable working night shift and 812 hour shifts

• Must be available to work a schedule that may include 67 days per week

• Must have a laptop/computer capable of running the required controls software

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Referral program

• Vision insurance

If youre an experienced Controls Technician with strong troubleshooting skills and experience working with automated manufacturing systems apply today for this short-term installation and debug project in the Louisville KY area.