Automation Technician

Hazleton, Pennsylvania

The Fountain Group
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Automation Technician located in West Hazelton, PA (Onsite).


Details for the position are as follows:

  • Direct Hire with Sign on Bonus
  • Shift Schedule: 3rd shift (Sundays through Thursdays 10:30PM - 6:30AM). This person is also expected to provide weekend on-call coverage for the plant as part of shared rotation schedule.
  • Pay Rate: $29 - 38/Hour

Job Description:

  • The Automation Technician acts as a technical resource to our teams to ensure they have the proper support needed to perform their daily tasks.
  • Ensure all production equipment is safely functioning at its highest efficiency by resolving downtime issues, improving performance, and reducing scrap
  • Perform electrical/control based preventative maintenance tasks as assigned
  • Provide leadership / facilitation in troubleshooting by utilizing automation programming software packages
  • Utilize knowledge of machine controls to train operators and maintenance on basic operation and troubleshooting of equipment
  • Complete controls and electrical work orders as assigned

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma/GED Required, Associate Degree Preferred
  • 2+ Years Experience with Rockwell PLC Systems

Date Posted: 08 June 2025
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