Automation Technician

Job Title: PLC Automation Technician

Job Type: Full time, direct hire

Shift: 3-2-2, 6a-6p OR 6p-6a

Compensation: $34-$36 per hour

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

PLC Maintenance Technician – Brand-New Facility

Be part of something big from day one! Our state-of-the-art facility opening in 2025 offers a rare opportunity to shape and maintain cutting-edge automation systems. Say goodbye to outdated equipment—this is your chance to work with the latest technology in a high-impact role.

Your Role:

As a PLC Technician, you'll play a key role in transforming our bakery operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing advanced production and packaging systems. You'll help build and sustain a world-class maintenance program alongside experienced leaders and technicians.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program & Troubleshoot: Maintain and modify PLC & HMI programs (Allen-Bradley MicroLogix & ControlLogix, RSLogix software).
• System Optimization: Manage automation interfaces, controls testing, and data retrieval.
• Equipment Support: Provide electrical, mechanical, and controls troubleshooting for packaging and processing systems.
• Project Engineering: Support capital projects and process improvements to enhance plant performance.
• Technical Expertise: Work with industrial networks (Ethernet, DeviceNet), PID loop tuning, and electrical schematics.

What You Need:

• Experience with automated industrial machinery (motors, servos, pumps, conveyors, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of PLC troubleshooting, programming, and industrial communication networks.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and process diagrams.
• General understanding of National Electrical Code, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Join a company that values its people! We’re committed to providing competitive benefits that support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance.

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive Medical Plans (Cigna) starting as low as $15 per pay period
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions up to $50/paycheck
• Dental & Vision Coverage with affordable premiums
• Employer-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance (1.5x annual salary, up to $600K)

Financial Well-Being

• 401(k) with Immediate Vesting – 100% match on the first 3%, 50% match on the next 2%
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical, dependent care, transit, and parking

Time Off & Work-Life Balance

• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays (including MLK Day, Labor Day, Christmas Eve & more)
• Additional Paid Leave (Parental Leave, Bereavement, Jury Duty)
• 1 Floating Holiday for flexibility outside MO, NV, & UT

Why Us?

• A Culture That Cares – Growth opportunities in a people-first environment
• Part of the MARS Family – Stability, innovation, and long-term career potential

Come be a part of a company that’s setting the standard for great workplaces in Utah! 🚀

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Here’s how it works: If your referral joins our team and stays for 90 days, you’ll receive a $250 bonus as a thank-you. It’s that simple—help a friend land a great opportunity and get rewarded!