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redwoodmaterials

Controls Technician

redwoodmaterialsLas Vegas, NV
πŸ’° $52,000 – $72,000/yrFull-timeelectricianHVAChandyman services

Quick Summary

Controls Technician responsible for implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting industrial automation hardware, PLCs, HMIs, and electrical equipment in a battery recycling manufacturing facility.

Skills & Keywords

PLC troubleshootingIndustrial automationElectrical controlsHMI/VFD systems

Responsibilities Will Include

  • Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and automated manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency
  • Fabricate, modify, and upgrade electrical control panels in accordance with engineering specifications and safety standards
  • Perform field wiring of instrumentation and motor controls, ensuring proper installation and system functionality
  • Conduct and document maintenance calibrations, installations, fault diagnosis, and repairs of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems
  • Interpret and utilize P&ID diagrams, electrical schematics, and technical documentation to perform advanced troubleshooting and system analysis
  • Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to support equipment commissioning, process improvements, and system upgrades
  • Maintain accurate records of work performed, including updates to control logic, wiring diagrams, and calibration data, while adhering to safety and compliance protocols.

Desired Qualifications

  • Minimum of 4+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls, or instrumentation within a manufacturing or process environment
  • Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and industrial sensors
  • Skilled in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, P&IDs, and technical documentation
  • Hands-on experience fabricating and wiring control panels to meet design and safety standards
  • Strong understanding of motor controls, instrumentation wiring, and calibration procedures
  • Familiarity with pneumatic and mechanical systems and their integration with control systems
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
  • Ability to work with Tyvek suits, Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR), and other personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time (up to a full shift)
  • Position requires standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 50 lbs
  • Work is performed in industrial conditions that may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes for extended periods

Working Conditions

The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

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  • Split work environment between office and production facility
  • Work may involve extended periods in the production facility
  • Ability to work in challenging conditions including exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes, while protected by PPE, for extended durations
  • May require occasional weekend work or alternate shifts to support production need
redwoodmaterials

redwoodmaterials

Carson City, NV

Carson City, NV

About redwoodmaterials

Redwood Materials processes battery materials and recycled materials for energy storage.

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