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PLC Technician

Company:
Unified Personnel
Location:
Abilene, TX
Posted:
November 03, 2025
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PLC TechnicianPosition Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) Technician to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience installing, troubleshooting, programming, and maintaining PLC systems in an industrial or manufacturing environment. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the efficiency and safety of automated systems.Key Responsibilities

· • Install, program, and maintain PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, etc.)

· • Diagnose and repair PLC system faults, wiring issues, and I/O failures

· • Modify and update existing PLC programs based on operational changes or upgrades

· • Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints

· • Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and testing on automated equipment

· • Collaborate with engineers, electricians, and maintenance teams to support operations

· • Ensure compliance with safety protocols and industry regulations

· • Document troubleshooting steps, modifications, and system changes accuratelySchedule & Work Environment

· • Monday to Friday; occasional evenings, weekends, or emergency callouts

· • 8–12-hour shifts depending on project demands

· • Industrial and manufacturing site environmentsCompensation & Benefits

Pay Range: $28.00 – $38.00 per hour (depending on experience and region)

Benefits May Include:

· • Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

· • 401(k) with Company Match

· • Paid Time Off & Holidays

· • Overtime Pay

· • Company Vehicle or Mileage Reimbursement (if applicable)Join Our Team

If you're a motivated PLC Technician seeking to advance your career in a high-demand field with excellent growth potential, we encourage you to apply. We value safety, integrity, and technical excellence—and we’re committed to supporting your professional development.Requirements:

Required Qualifications

· • 2+ years of experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting· • Proficiency with at least one major PLC brand (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.)· • Understanding of ladder logic, function block diagrams, and HMI systems· • Ability to read electrical schematics and perform panel wiring· • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills· • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally to job sitesPreferred Qualifications

· • Associate degree or technical diploma in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, or related field· • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification· • Experience with SCADA systems, VFDs, and industrial sensors· • Familiarity with Ethernet/IP, Modbus, or other industrial communication protocolsPhysical Requirements

· • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs· • Standing, walking, climbing ladders, and working in elevated or confined spaces· • Comfortable working in varying environmental conditions (hot, cold, dusty, loud)

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