PLC Technician - Colfax, NC

Job ID : 500459

Non-Exempt

National Pipe & Plastics, a CRH company, is one of North America’s largest PVC pipe producers, serving the water and energy markets from two east coast locations in Endicott, NY, and Greensboro, NC.

But we’re more than just a manufacturer. Our long history of exceptional customer service and product quality enables us to be a trusted and strategic solutions partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more.

As part of the CRH Infrastructure Products business, we are leading the industry with innovative, sustainable solutions with a safety-first mindset.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for diversified repair and maintenance to electrical / electronic systems, controllers, and instrumentation for various production and auxiliary equipment.

The schedule for this position will be Monday through Friday, 7am to 3 : 30pm, with the flexibility to be on call during off-shift hours.

Job Responsibilities

Maintain a variety of electronic and / or electrical controllers, systems or instrumentation for various production or other machinery

Troubleshoot and diagnosing problems with PLCs, VFDs, and other electronic instrumentation and controls equipment

Recommends corrective action and expedites repair of systems

Program new equipment and making programming changes to existing PLCs, VFDs and other electronic equipment

Adjust equipment to optimize operations, conferring with operating and / or engineering personnel and supervisor

Perform repairs and / or maintenance on equipment as needed

Design modifications to machine control systems to achieve established operational results

Assist with any other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in PLC, electronics and / or computer maintenance at an advanced level

At least 3 years of maintenance experience

At least 1-year electronic maintenance experience

Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical diagrams

Excellent troubleshooting, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

Demonstrated knowledge of plant equipment, operations and predictive / preventative maintenance systems

Ability to design and layout electrical circuitry and troubleshoot electrical / electronic components and systems

Knowledge of the correct application of systems and processes that ensure continuous improvement (safety, environmental, maintenance, quality, and manufacturing)

Knowledge of manufacturing process and improvement process

Knowledge of safety and environmental requirements

Skilled in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and technical manuals

Lift and / or move up to 50 pounds

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family.

CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application.

Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day.

Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE / Vet / Disability If you want to know more, please click on this link .