plc instrumentation tech.

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Controls & Automation Technician to serve as our subject matter expert in maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing plant operations. In this high-autonomy role, you will be responsible for installing, programming, and repairing PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, power distribution systems, and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) while providing technical support for critical plant utilities like compressed air, steam, and refrigeration systems. Working alongside cross-functional teams, you will leverage ladder logic, technical blueprints, and CMMS tracking to drive predictive maintenance initiatives aimed at achieving zero downtime. The ideal candidate holds 4–6 years of industrial maintenance experience, a background in electrical and automation systems, and a passion for mentoring team members within a high-standard, safety-first manufacturing environment.

Key Details:

• Pay Rate: $41.21 / hour
  
  
• Education & Credentials: High School Diploma required (Trade/Technical School & Electrician License preferred)
  
  
• Experience Required: 4–6 years in industrial electrical maintenance, controls, or PLC systems
  
  

salary: $80,000 - $82,420 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 4 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Controls & Automation Technician to serve as our subject matter expert in maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing plant operations. In this high-autonomy role, you will be responsible for installing, programming, and repairing PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, power distribution systems, and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) while providing technical support for critical plant utilities like compressed air, steam, and refrigeration systems. Working alongside cross-functional teams, you will leverage ladder logic, technical blueprints, and CMMS tracking to drive predictive maintenance initiatives aimed at achieving zero downtime. The ideal candidate holds 4–6 years of industrial maintenance experience, a background in electrical and automation systems, and a passion for mentoring team members within a high-standard, safety-first manufacturing environment.

Key Details:

• Pay Rate: $41.21 / hour
  
  
• Education & Credentials: High School Diploma required (Trade/Technical School & Electrician License preferred)
  
  
• Experience Required: 4–6 years in industrial electrical maintenance, controls, or PLC systems
  
  

Skills

PLC (5 years of experience is required)

HMI (5 years of experience is required)

VFD (5 years of experience is required)

Instrumentation (5 years of experience is required)

Food Manfacturing (5 years of experience is preferred)

Electrician (5 years of experience is required)

Controls Technician (5 years of experience is required)

Automation Technician (5 years of experience is required)

Refrigeration (5 years of experience is required)

Ammonia (5 years of experience is required)

Qualifications

Years of experience: 5 years

Experience level: Experienced

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.