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Automation Specialist

Ankeny, IA

Fabrication and installation of control and electrical systems. Create and interpret electrical schematics. Assist with updating the electrical PM program. Collaborate with vendors for existing and new equipment. Program PLCs throughout the plant, specifically working with Allen-Bradley. Training available for those familiar with troubleshooting PLCs but not programming. Work on electrical systems ranging from 12v to 480v. Must have facilities expertise.

Job Description

• Fabrication and installation of control and electrical systems

• Electrical schematics

• Assist with updating electrical PM program

• Work with vendors for existing and new equipment

• Program PLC's throughout the plant. Work with Allen-Bradley - will put individuals through schooling if they are not able to program but are familiar with troubleshooting PLC

• Working on 12v - 480v

Additional Skills and Qualifications:

• Have seen good success with 2 year robotics/automation degree but not required

• 5 years of industrial maintenance experience

• Must be able to train on both 1st and 2nd shift prior to moving to 3rd

• Needs to be ok with stepping in as a supervisor when supervisor is out, will be go to person for near misses, machine calls, etc

Work Environment

• Will work directly with automation tech members and the full maintenance team.

• Required to wear hair and beard nets, helmets, hearing protection, safety glasses, and a smock while on the floor.

• Shift: 10:30pm - 8am (somewhat flexible but needs to be consistent). - Will train on 1st and 2nd shift for a while

• Tools are provided by the employer.

What's in it for me?

• Weekly pay every Friday

• Benefits offered such as Health, Dental, and Vision

• Free resume built by a recruiter

• Interviewing coaching with a industry specialist

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.