Company

DCAutomationTechnician

Canada FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“DC Automation Technician. Skills: maintaining and troubleshooting control systems, PLC logic, VFDs, HMIs, industrial sensors, system integration, commissioning activities, documentation, safety compliance. maintaining and troubleshooting control systems in automated distribution centers. work hands-on with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and industrial networks to ensure the smooth operation of MHE and automation infrastructure”

What You'll Achieve.

ensure the smooth operation of MHE and automation infrastructure; system reliability; safety compliance; enhance system reliability and operational efficiency

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

problem-solving and analytical skills; cross-functional problem-solving

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Hands-on experience with PLC logic, VFDs, HMIs, and industrial sensors, including troubleshooting, programming, and system optimization to maintain peak operational performance., Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation, applying this knowledge to diagnose and resolve complex control system issues efficiently., Proven ability to maintain accurate documentation, including system configurations, maintenance records, and change logs, while communicating technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders., problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently on technical tasks and collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals., Adaptability and initiative in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating ownership of tasks and commitment to continuous improvement in automation processes., Familiarity with industrial protocols and safety regulations.

What You'll Do.

maintaining and troubleshooting control systems in automated distribution centers

work hands-on with PLCs

and industrial networks to ensure the smooth operation of MHE and automation infrastructure

Diagnose and repair faults in PLCs

utilizing advanced troubleshooting techniques to quickly identify root causes and restore system functionality with minimal downtime.

Perform preventative maintenance on automation systems

ensuring optimal performance and reducing the risk of unexpected failures through scheduled inspections and proactive interventions.

Support system integration and commissioning activities

working closely with engineering teams to implement new technologies

validate system performance

and ensure seamless deployment into live operations.

Maintain accurate documentation of control systems and configurations

including wiring diagrams

to support compliance and future troubleshooting efforts.

Ensure compliance with safety and electrical standards

adhering to all regulatory requirements and company policies while promoting a culture of safety in every task performed.

Collaborate with engineering and operations teams

providing technical guidance

and contributing to cross-functional problem-solving to enhance system reliability and operational efficiency.

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with engineering and operations teams; contributing to cross-functional problem-solving; collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams

Communication Scope

communicating technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Full Job Description

## About the Role As a Distribution Automation Technician, you are responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting control systems in automated distribution centers. You work hands-on with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and industrial networks to ensure the smooth operation of MHE and automation infrastructure. You play a key role in system reliability, documentation, and safety compliance. This posting is to fill one vacancy. ## What You'll Do • Diagnose and repair faults in PLCs, HMIs, and control panels, utilizing advanced troubleshooting techniques to quickly identify root causes and restore system functionality with minimal downtime. • Perform preventative maintenance on automation systems, ensuring optimal performance and reducing the risk of unexpected failures through scheduled inspections and proactive interventions. • Support system integration and commissioning activities, working closely with engineering teams to implement new technologies, validate system performance, and ensure seamless deployment into live operations. • Maintain accurate documentation of control systems and configurations, including wiring diagrams, software versions, and change logs, to support compliance and future troubleshooting efforts. • Ensure compliance with safety and electrical standards, adhering to all regulatory requirements and company policies while promoting a culture of safety in every task performed. • Collaborate with engineering and operations teams, providing technical guidance, sharing insights, and contributing to cross-functional problem-solving to enhance system reliability and operational efficiency. ## Who You Are • Hands-on experience with PLC logic, VFDs, HMIs, and industrial sensors, including troubleshooting, programming, and system optimization to maintain peak operational performance. • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation, applying this knowledge to diagnose and resolve complex control system issues e

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