Industrial Automation Maintenance Technologist (PLC & Mechanical Systems) jobs in United States
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Worthington Steel · 1 day ago

Industrial Automation Maintenance Technologist (PLC & Mechanical Systems)

Worthington Steel is a global metals manufacturer serving various industries including automotive and construction. They are seeking an Industrial Automation Maintenance Technologist to troubleshoot and resolve electrical and mechanical issues, perform preventative maintenance, and contribute to continuous improvement within the facility.

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Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and mechanical issues quickly and safely across the facility
Execute preventative maintenance on production machinery to maximize uptime
Perform mechanical repairs and adjustments; complete welding and fabrication with minimal direction
Apply advanced electrical skills in an industrial setting; read and work from electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic prints
Enter accurate, timely data into the maintenance system (CMMS)
Contribute to continuous improvement; perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

PLC troubleshootingIndustrial electrical systemsMechanical troubleshootingHydraulics experiencePreventive maintenanceSafety practicesComputer literacyWelding skillsMeter usageProblem-solving ability

Required

Strong background in industrial electrical systems and PLCs, including reading ladder logic and working with HMIs (Allen Bradley focus)
Hands-on knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic plumbing
Mechanical aptitude with welding and cutting skills
Proven problem-solving ability, excellent safety practices, and keen attention to quality
Ability to interpret mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics
Workbench skills, computer literacy, and confident meter usage for precise measurements
3–5 years of manufacturing maintenance experience
Lockout/Tagout, fall protection, PPE, and confined space training; CPR/First Aid may be required
High School Diploma or GED (required)
3–5+ years of maintenance experience in an industrial environment
Completed training in Lockout/Tagout, fall protection, PPE, and confined spaces

Preferred

PLC troubleshooting, programming, and wiring (Allen Bradley preferred)
Industrial electrical diagnostics and repair
Mechanical troubleshooting and general maintenance/repair
Preventive maintenance and inspections
Hydraulics and pneumatics experience, including troubleshooting

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits beginning Day 1.
Profit sharing—see the impact of your work directly.
Career growth through structured technical training, opportunities for industry-recognized certifications, leadership development courses, and cross-training across disciplines.

Company

Worthington Steel

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Worthington Steel is a metals processing and producing company that offers building products.

H1B Sponsorship

Worthington Steel has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (10)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Cliff Larivey
President Flat-Roll Steel Processing
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