PLC Automation Controls Technician

Here at The Tri-M Group, LLC we are an employee owned company placing our employees first, knowing that highly trained, skilled, and compensated workforce can better serve our customers, our families and our communities.  We’ve built a reputation for delivering quality and professional commercial electrical services with safety as a top priority.  In addition, we place a strong emphasis on our employees, and it starts with hiring the best and brightest talent in the industry!

Check out Tri-M’s comprehensive benefit list below the job description!

Summary Description

The PLC/Automation Controls Technician will be responsible for designing, programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining PLC-based control systems and other automation systems. This role requires a strong electrical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced service environment.

Job Requirements
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential:

• Complies with and ensures compliance with all Tri-M safety policies and procedures.
• Complies with and ensures compliance with all Tri-M employment policies and procedures including standards of conduct and appearance to reflect positively on the Company.
• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) systems, HMI (Human Machine Interface) panels, and other automation equipment.
• Perform diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on electrical systems to ensure optimal performance of automation systems.
• Collaborate with engineers, electricians, technicians, and clients to deliver high-quality automation solutions.
• Conduct on-site installations, commissioning, and servicing of control systems.
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Provide technical support and training to clients and internal teams.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in automation and control systems.
• Communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical and control system issues, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
• Adhere to safety standards and protocols in all aspects of work.

Skills/Education:

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and other automation systems (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider Electric).
• Electrical Journeyperson experience a plus
• Strong electrical background with expertise in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering timely and effective solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• High performer with a track record of exceeding expectations and delivering results.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as needed.
• Lifelong learner with a passion for staying current with industry advancements.
• Strong field skills, including the ability to work in industrial environments and handle physical tasks as required.
• Certifications in relevant automation technologies (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley Studio 5000) are a plus.
• Experience with SCADA systems and industrial networking protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus, LON, BACnet, Serial, Profibus) is a plus.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and ability to meet driving eligibility requirements as outlined in Tri-M/EnerG Test policies. 
• Must have reliable personal transportation to and from the assigned work location/office, as needed. 

Physical Requirements:

• Working a minimum of 40 hours/week.
• Sitting 6 to 8 hours/day.
• Lifting weights of 0 to 30 lbs. from floor to above shoulders.
• Repetitive use of hands for writing, typing, data entry, and filing.
• Vision adequate for computer use and reading.
• Hearing adequate for phone use.
• Standing, climbing, kneeling, reaching, bending, twisting, and walking as needed to perform site surveys to collect data for project design.
• Balance adequate for climbing ladders, scaffolds, and lifts.
• Environmental factors include working in:  temperature extremes of 0 F to 100 F up to 8 hours inside or outside; atmospheric exposure to dust, gases, fumes, odors; and poor ventilation in confined spaces.
• Special hazards include exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and explosive hazards.
• Personal protective equipment includes use of hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, gloves and hearing protection.

Here at The Tri-M Group, LLC we offer:

• Fair and competitive pay
• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Vision and Dental Insurance
• HRA Spending Account
• Employer-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Seven Paid Holidays
• Vacation/Sick Leave
• 401k Retirement Program with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• And much more!

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Notice to third parties: Please note that The Tri-M Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, The Tri-M Group, LLC will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, The Tri-M Group, LLC explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of The Tri-M Group, LLC.