
Sr. Maintenance Technician - PLC (Nights)
- Ontario, CA
- $46.07-64.50 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
- Develop lasting relationships with great people.
- Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.
troubleshooting of 480VAC & 24VDC components. The Sr. Maintenance Technician-PLC has strong
working knowledge of all operating systems in the plant including but not limited to Allen Bradley (AB),
B&R automation, Siemens, and Zenon. Sr. Maintenance Technician-PLC acts as a subject matter expert
on behalf of the plant in frequency drives, human machine interface (HMI), plant operating systems and
data collection/system backups. Sr. Maintenance Technician-PLC performs troubleshooting and repair of
facilities and auxiliary equipment and general electrical maintenance of the building and grounds. The
Sr. Maintenance Technician-PLC works directly with Maintenance Technicians, machine Operators,
Supervisors and Managers to resolve both electrical and mechanical issues. Sr. Maintenance
Technician-PLC develops and implements best practices aligned with Niagara’s maintenance strategies.
Through the use of preventative and predictive maintenance processes, the Sr. Maintenance Technician-
PLC champions continuous improvement efforts and assists with training in their focus areas.Essential Functions
- Adhere to and enforce highest standards in safety and good manufacturing practices plant-wide
- Train and lead Operators, Mechanics and Supervisors on technical procedures related to high-speed
- Work directly with plant leadership to develop and execute projects involving continuous
- Rapid identification of machine problems to minimize equipment downtime with root cause
- Partner with other Sr. Maintenance Technician to resolve cross-functional problems
- Use of available software systems to analyze and identify issues to drive throughput
- Define requirements and lead overhaul efforts to rebuild equipment to like-new status during
- Transfer knowledge to Niagara team members to develop operating and troubleshooting
- Transfer knowledge to Niagara team members to develop operating and troubleshooting
- Create SOP’s for troubleshooting machines, and upload them to BDA system
- Regular and predictable attendance, as well as required on-call availability, are essential
- Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities,
- Minimum Qualifications:
- 6 Years – Experience in an electrical maintenance environment
- 6 Years – Experience in Position
- 4 Years – Experience managing people/projects
- Effective communication of issues and solutions to cross-functional team members
- Ability to read and interpret schematics: electrical and instrumentation diagrams
- Familiarity with all basic hand tools, multi-meter and PLC Hardware (I/O modules, communication modules, CPUs and safety relays)
- Knowledgeable on RSLogix 5000, SIMATIC Step 7 and Factory Talk Studio
- Willingness to be a technical leader and trainer within the automation and electrical area of the plant or machine center
- Skilled in the repair of variable frequency drives, servomotors and controllers, communication systems (asi-bus, can-bus, profi- bus, ethernet), PLC input/output cards, and safety modules
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and resolve issues across multiple departments and levels of the organization
- Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Preferred Qualifications:
- 10+ Years– Experience in an electrical maintenance environment
- 10+ Years – Experience working in Position
- 6 Years – Experience managing people/projects
- 4 years of experience in troubleshooting one of the following operating systems: Allen
- 4 years of experience in an electro-mechanical role with Krones, Husky, Sidel, or other
- 1 year of experience leading and developing others on the functionality and repair of
- 2 years of experience creating process improvements or continuous improvement initiatives
- Skilled in layout and installation of electrical and communication lines
- Skilled working with electrical systems including 480VAC & 24VDC power
- Ability to read and interpret schematics: process and instrumentation diagrams
- Proficiency in troubleshooting one or more of the following automation systems: Allen
- Bradley (AB), B&R, and/or Siemens
- Working experience with RSLogix 5000, SIMATIC Step 7, and Factory Talk Studio
- Understanding of binary numbers and computer infrastructure
- Knowledge of COPA-Data Zenon, SEW Motion Studios, and/or B&R Automation Studios
- Lead Like an Owner
- Makes safety the number one priority
- Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately
- Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals
- Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly
- Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively
- Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers
- InnovACT
- Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
- Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances
- Increases performance through greater efficiency
- Find a Way
- Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
- Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions
- Seeks solutions rather than placing blame
- Empowered to be Great
- Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities
- Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across
- Communicates effectively to manage expectations
- Minimum Required:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Preferred:
- Associate's Degree in manufacturing, manufacturing technology, mechatronics, industrial manufacturing, manufacturing automation or other similar manufacturing-related specialization
- Required: N/A
- Preferred: N/A
- Required: None Required
- Preferred: None Required
- *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.