Plant Reliability Technician I (PLC/Conveyors)

ATS - Industrial Maintenance

Bluffton, IN

Pay: $25-$29/hr

**Role snapshot**

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Be the go‑to technician who keeps critical assets online. Apply electro‑mechanical know‑how, controls troubleshooting, and precision repair to maximize uptime and safety.

**What you'll do**

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• Execute intermediate to expert corrective and preventive maintenance: root‑cause analysis, teardown/inspection, component adjustment, part repair/replacement, and final performance validation.
• Test electrical circuits and mechanical systems; recondition and repair machine tools.
• Independently identify and procure parts, consumables, and repair items.
• Operate shop machinery (lathe, drill press, grinder, other metalworking tools) to fabricate/repair parts; perform welding as needed.
• Uphold 5S and rigorous housekeeping expectations.
• Champion continuous improvement focused on better processes, measurable outcomes, and cost reduction.
• Maintain accurate CMMS records; review equipment history to inform decisions.
• Diagnose and resolve control system issues across software, hardware, and configuration layers.
• Leverage predictive maintenance tools to capture and analyze equipment performance data.
• Coach junior techs; provide direction to small teams and take on advanced tasks as part of your training path.
• Pursue ongoing on‑the‑job and self‑directed technical learning.
• Adhere to all safety rules, procedures, and technical instructions; practice situational awareness to eliminate hazards and unsafe acts.

**Qualifications**

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• High school diploma or GED.
• One of the following: associate degree (technical) + 3 yrs related experience; 5 yrs related general‑industry experience; or completion of the ATS Technician Progression Program.
• Solid understanding of electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and controls; proven ability to troubleshoot and repair.
• Competence with standard and specialized hand tools.
• Ability to travel when required.

**Strengths we value**

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• Heavy equipment repair
• Mechanical diagnostics
• Electrical troubleshooting and repair
• Conducting machine safety inspections

**Key technologies**

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• Allen‑Bradley programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
• Conveyance systems

**Why this role**

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Own the reliability of essential plant equipment, leave every asset better than you found it, and build your career through structured training and hands‑on experience.