Maintenance Lead (PLC Programmer)

Groundworks is seeking a talented Maintenance Lead (PLC Programmer) to join our tribe in Columbia, SC!

Groundworks Supply Chain (GSC) was formed to serve the independent contractor. GSC is a materials supplier for basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, crawl space repair, foundation repair, structural wall repair, and concrete lifting companies. GSC prides itself on the ability to serve entrepreneurs and construction company owners with materials at competitive prices that are focused on serving their customers and brand with the highest quality best priced materials in the industry.

As Maintenance Lead, you will be responsible for assisting with all aspects of Groundworks Supply Chain’s maintenance and control activities. You will lead process improvements across the site by working alongside other leaders to complete equipment design, construction, and technology assessments.

You’ll also drive the business by researching new technologies to improve process control, lower costs, & increase throughput, as well as implement non-capital improvements to improve process control.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance, direction, and guidance to staff and maintenance.

• Prepare specifications, material lists, cost estimates, capital projects, and proposals.

• Assist plant maintenance and technicians with repair and redesign of plant equipment.

• Troubleshoot issues with control systems and other mechanical systems and coordinate with others to determine problems and implement solutions.

• Develop and install machine programs using automation PLC software.

• Generate aesthetic HMI screens for machinery that provide enough feedback for troubleshooting.

• Ensure that sound technical concepts are applied.

• Provide maintenance services to other departments as required.

• Provide ongoing technical support to the DCs as requested.

• Prepare progress reports on projects.

• Ensure implementation of formal processes and documentation to support process improvement initiatives.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in plant maintenance, project work, or similar

• Experience with PLC systems and programming using ladder logic

• Experience drawing electrical schematics (CAD) to demonstrate how processes will work

• Hands-on work experience with some or all of the following:

• Running conduit.

• Pulling wire.

• Panel building

• Component\Sensor installation.

• Pneumatic and hydraulic installation.

• Mechanical work as needed.

Requirements

• Full-time

• Onsite in a manufacturing and distribution warehouse environment

What we provide for our employees

• Competitive base compensation with lucrative bonus potential

• Equity ownership in the nation’s largest and fastest growing foundation repair and water management company

• The best-in-class training programs

• Advanced leadership training opportunities

• Benefits include Medical, Dental, Optical, Long/Short Term Disability, Life insurance, 401(k) with a company match after applicable waiting periods

• Paid time off including 6 holidays after applicable waiting period

Groundworks® is the leading provider of Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Encapsulation, Basement Waterproofing, and Concrete Lifting & Stabilization.

With more than 60 locations across the USA and Canada, Groundworks is the fastest-growing foundation solutions and water management company! Recognized as a Top Workplaces USA™ company and offering ownership for everyone, we're building something that just can't be replicated. And we're on a mission to change an industry like never before!

We're unique here at Groundworks. We are all connected through the same vision, mission, and values, and we are stronger together. That's why we're proud to be the Groundworks Tribe! Our shared culture, resources, and work ethic unites us.

Our highly trained teams have decades of experience delivering innovative solutions, unmatched quality, and industry-leading warranties, helping over 1.5 million homeowners protect and repair their most valuable asset – their home.

When customers choose a local Groundworks company, they can feel confident they’re hiring the trusted local experts who will ensure the job’s done right. When you choose Groundworks, you'll join thousands of Tribemates who are making history.

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