Norsk Hydro · 2 weeks ago
PLC Technician
Delhi, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expNorsk Hydro is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business with a strong focus on safety and employee wellbeing. They are seeking a PLC Technician who will be responsible for troubleshooting, programming, and maintaining PLC systems and electrical equipment to ensure optimal operational performance.
HydroelectricManufacturingNatural ResourcesPrecious MetalsRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Extensive experience in troubleshooting, interpreting, modifying, and programming PLCs
Proficient in working with Allen Bradley PLCs
Experience using control logic and ladder logic for automation systems
Ability to draw and design PLC and electrical circuits
Troubleshoot, design, upgrade, and install electrical equipment, circuits, and systems
Improves equipment reliability and uptime through effective maintenance and troubleshooting
Research and procure necessary supplies, parts, and machines to complete work orders
Performs and documents work orders and preventative maintenance tasks
Maintains accurate records, including maintenance logs, manuals, drawings, and preventative maintenance (PM) logs
Qualification
Required
Extensive experience in troubleshooting, interpreting, modifying, and programming PLCs
Proficient in working with Allen Bradley PLCs
Experience using control logic and ladder logic for automation systems
Ability to draw and design PLC and electrical circuits
Troubleshoot, design, upgrade, and install electrical equipment, circuits, and systems
Improves equipment reliability and uptime through effective maintenance and troubleshooting
Research and procure necessary supplies, parts, and machines to complete work orders
Performs and documents work orders and preventative maintenance tasks
Maintains accurate records, including maintenance logs, manuals, drawings, and preventative maintenance (PM) logs
High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
Minimum three (3) years of hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing electrical components such as motors, motor controllers, VFDs, proximity sensors, circuit breakers, control panels, communication circuits, safety circuits, relays, linear transducers and encoders
Minimum of three (3) years-experience with automated industrial manufacturing process experience
Ability to troubleshoot complex process failures by using PLC I/O and logic, ability to modify existing PLC programs and existing HMIs and ability to modify or replace hardware and upload/download associated programs, preferably Allen Bradley
Ability to perform mathematical calculations involving weight, volume, and distance (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve issues involving limited concrete variables using logical and scientific thinking
Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English fluently, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Preferred
2-year apprenticeship or associates in Process Logic Controllers or industrial manufacturing automation, desired
Hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing temperature monitoring systems, control panels, complex high-pressure hydraulics systems, air compressors, pumps, and gas furnaces, desired
CMMS experience, desired
Benefits
Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Savings Plan
Education Assistance
Bonus Plan Eligibility
Parental Leave
Company
Norsk Hydro
Norsk Hydro is an aluminium and renewable energy company that turns natural resources into valuable products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.5BKey Investors
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Leadership Team
Eivind Kallevik
Chief Executive Officer
Kathrine Fog
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