Automation Technician

About McNeilus, an Oshkosh Company

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc. is committed to serving everyday heroes and is an industry leading designer and manufacturer of refuse truck bodies. McNeilus produces a complete line of high-performance rear load, front load, and automated side load refuse bodies to augment any refuse collection fleet. Our team members are critical in our mission of supporting waste warriors and keeping communities safe and clean.

JOB SUMMARY

Strong working knowledge of AC induction motors, controls, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical systems, start-up, and troubleshooting and be able to demonstrate strong safety leadership skills and follow safe work practices.

Pay Range: $22 - $31.20

YOUR IMPACT

Programmable logic/automation controllers, human-machine interfaces, hardware, and associated programming languages (Ladder Logic, FBD, SFC, Structured Text). Computer/device networking using standard protocols (Ethernet/IP, Devicenet, Modbus, Hart, DH+/485, ASCII). Demonstrate strong safety leadership skills and follow safe work practices. Work as part of a team to plan and conduct equipment repairs. Conduct routine audits and equipment inspections. Maintain open and professional line of communication with operations. Respond to unplanned/emergency work requests in a timely & effective manner. Follow safety procedures and good manufacturing practices. Ability to work independently. Additional duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICIATIONS

• High School Diploma / GED and completion of a formal trades training program or an equivalent number of years of education and maintenance experience.
• 2 or more years industrial maintenance experience including comprehensive knowledge in the following areas:
  • Electricity & motor controls o Controls & instrumentation o PLC/software & hardware o Pneumatics & Hydraulics o Mechanical systems
  • Predictive maintenance
  • Maintenance Planning
  • System analysis & troubleshooting

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic computer skills
• Certification or degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance and/or related technical course.
• Strong knowledge of AC induction motors, controls, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical systems, start-up and trouble shooting
• Platforms include; Rockwell Automation, Siemens, GE, Horner, Opto22

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