Metrolina Greenhouses INC · 19 hours ago
Controls Technician
Huntersville, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expMetrolina Greenhouses INC is seeking a Controls Technician to manage and assist with PLC and automated systems troubleshooting and maintenance. The technician will also be responsible for managing work orders and projects, ensuring timely completion and effective communication across departments.
Farming
Responsibilities
Work with the order system to manage assigned work orders
Ensure assigned work orders are completed in a timely fashion
Troubleshoot problems in electrical control panels, sensors, and other automation hardware
Delegate work as appropriate to assistant technicians to ensure proper completion of work
Manage and execute projects to ensure completion by desired deadlines
Responsible for cross-departmental communication to ensure jobs are completed
Respond to all necessary communications such as via email and phone calls for support across the greenhouse
Maintain the operation of PLC/Argus systems, making programming changes as required
Monitor PLC/Argus systems for alarms and correct issues expediently as they arise
Other duties as assigned by management
Qualification
Required
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Basic knowledge of hand and power tools
Understanding of electrical control circuits and hardware (relays, contactors, overloads, switches, etc.)
Experience using multimeters (voltmeter, amp meter, Megger, etc.)
Ability to make minor and/or major modifications to PLC/Argus programs as requested
1 to 3 years of experience in a similar role
Fluency to read, write, and understand the English language
Must be able to work in all outdoor elements, including dust and allergens
Position requires long-term ability for standing, sitting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting on a regular basis to fulfill essential duties
Candidate must have the ability to operate all machinery necessary within the department and across the facility, including but not limited to operating the table lifter and get certified and operate on internal vehicles
Candidate will also be regularly required to work at heights above 6 feet
Employee must have the ability to lift 35 pounds unaided, and regularly lift up to 80 pounds with assistance
Preferred
Proficient in working with PLC/Argus system software (GE, Horner, Omron, etc)
Experience creating and modifying PLC/Argus programs
Ability to create HMI/SCADA system screens
Proficient in creating schematics and wiring diagrams using Microsoft Visio
Experience building control panels based off schematics and wiring diagrams
Associate's degree in electrical engineering, Automation Technology, or a related field preferred
Relevant certifications or training in PLC programming, automation systems, or electrical control systems is a plus
Company
Metrolina Greenhouses INC
Metrolina Greenhouses is a family-owned, wholesale plant and services company that was founded in April 1972.
Founded in 1972Huntersville, North Carolina, US
501-1000 employees
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2023 (2)
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Adam Kelley
Chief Information Officer
Adam Stewart
Chief Customer Officer
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