Back to Search Automation & Maintenance Technician Category: Professional Location: Boise, ID 83704 Pay: $42.00 Hourly Posted: 3 weeks ago Status: Open Description

Automation & Maintenance Technician

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Automation & Maintenance Technician Details:

Direct Hire position$42.00 /hourThird ShiftPerform routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance on electrical, electronic, pneumatic, mechanical, and networked control systems (including PLCs and VFDs) to ensure reliable plant and wastewater treatment operations.Conduct inspections, testing, calibrations, and adjustments to maintain process instrumentation accuracy and control system performance.Monitor production and control equipment for proper operation, performance, and safety; identify and address abnormal conditions to protect product quality, personnel safety, and equipment integrity.Maintain accurate documentation, including maintenance logs, work orders, and service records.Communicate effectively with Production, Quality, Sanitation, and other departments to coordinate maintenance activities and ensure smooth plant operations.Ensure all work is performed safely and professionally in accordance with company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and control system issues using multimeters, meggers, schematics, and knowledge of VFD setup and operation.Identify root causes and implement preventive measures during repair activities to reduce equipment downtime and recurrence of issues.Develop proficiency across multiple skilled disciplines (e.g., welding, fabrication, electrical, carpentry, plumbing, boiler, HVAC) and apply skills to perform repairs and improvements.Operate and maintain utility systems, including startup and shutdown of equipment; proficient in DAF system operation, jar testing, and chemical adjustments.Complete required competency and Simutech training modules, including troubleshooting of electrical, control, motor, and industrial circuits.Lead and train Level 1 and Level 2 technicians in welding, electrical, and other skilled disciplines; demonstrate effective leadership, communication, and teamwork.Demonstrate self-motivation, responsibility, time management, and commitment to continuous improvement.Able to stand on concrete for up to 12 hours, bend, stoop, and lift up to 75 pounds.

Automation & Maintenance Technician Qualifications:

Strong communication skills (English preferred).Self-driven with a desire to learn and continuously improve.Team-oriented and goal-focused.Demonstrates the ability and motivation to learn and interpret schematics, electrical drawings, and ladder logic.Basic understanding of electrical theory and interest in developing PLC programming skills.

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Oliver Bergen

3025 Washington Blvd.

Ogden, UT 84401

(801) 781-2310 ext.

oliver.bergen@elwoodprofessional.com

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