Control Systems Technician

Control Systems Technician

C&W Services is the industry leader in Integrated Maintenance Solutions providing service to more than 600 companies worldwide and a sister company of Cushman & Wakefield.

C&W Services offers:

• Weekly Pay!
• Comprehensive Benefits that start on your first day!
• Advancement Opportunities!
• Training to work in a Cutting Edge Facility!
• A Safety First Culture!

About the Role

As a Control Systems Technician, you will focus on equipment troubleshooting and maintaining material handling equipment (MHE) such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply labeling systems, scales, HMI systems, and control cabinets. In addition to developing your skills, you will mentor junior technicians to grow in their roles.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures
• Maintain material handling Control Systems, industrial, motor Control Systems, servo and frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems
• Monitor Material Handling Equipment (MHE) metrics and partner with Controls Technicians and Mechanics to resolve equipment electrical problems that create performance deficiencies
• Utilize Operation System Assessment reports to improve material handling system reliability through preventive maintenance tasks completion and identifies deficiency repairs
• Escalate to operations and network support resources for guidance and assistance to restore equipment back to operational mode with minimal downtime impact for Operations
• Communicate technical issues to RME and Operations Leadership
• Move up to 49lbs as well as stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, with or without reasonable accommodation

Basic Qualifications:

• High school or equivalent diploma
• 2+ years of experience with Motor Controls (motor starts, variable frequency drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components)
• 2+ years of experience with repair of control network components
• 1+ years of experience with HMI components
• 1+ years of experience with Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) programs
• 1+ years of experience with Industrial electrical hands-on experience and troubleshooting

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree in Electronic Technology (or similar)
• 2+ years apprenticeship or equivalent experience in Control Systems troubleshooting/ programming
• Experience supporting a range of different conveyors and sortation systems
• Project Management experience with the ability to train others
• Experience with robotic maintenance
• Experience with AB RS LOGIX 5000 PLC’s and PLC components
• Experience with SCADA systems and KPI’s

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must have ability to reach arms above head, kneel, squat, climb steps/ladders, frequently lift a maximum of 50 lbs. of equipment
• Ability to perform tasks wearing a mask, face shield, and composite toed boots
• Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine
• Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work including walking 6 to 12 miles per day
• Ability to perform tasks wearing a mask, face shield, and composite toed boots
• Work in an environment with fluctuating temperatures
• Regularly required to type on a computer or stand-up desk and for 1-2 hours per day