Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.

Our founder, Barc Simpson established we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

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YOU

Maintenance Technician/Control Systems/Electrician will support production and operation needs, focusing on developing, troubleshooting, and maintaining automation and material handling equipment such as robots, conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, scales, HMI systems, and control cabinets. Priority is on project installation and execution but potentially could be required to assist in the everyday equipment maintenance needs of the plant.

Weekend Shift Hours are F-Sun 6 am-6:30 pm. You will receive a $2.50 shift differential for every hour worked.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING(% of Time)

Create and maintain all robot and automation controls programs for all equipment. Implement automation opportunities for cost savings. Maintain robotic, control systems, and safety control systems including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems. Maintain all PLC and software, plant wide. Integrate existing and new equipment, as needed. Identify, maintain, and troubleshoot Motor Controls, including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components. Troubleshoot industrial electrical, including 480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC systems. Assist in the mechanical maintenance of equipment, as needed. Support resources for guidance and assistance, and provide assistance to peers, as needed. Communicate technical issues to facilities and operations management. Train and educate fellow team members on PLC Controls and Robotic Programming and any additional skills deemed necessary to improve the department. (90%)

Back up for plant maintenance repairs and troubleshooting between projects. (10%)

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

If you can do everything listed above, you've got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:

• Certificate or Degree in electronic technology or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5 years experience in systems controls and PLC Programming in an industrial environment. Trouble shooting and repair of punch presses or related manufacturing equipment. Experience supporting a wide range of different conveyors and sortation systems. Experience with advanced automation controls systems. Experience with programming industrial robots.
• Working as a systems trainer or training experience for 1 year.
• Software: Knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Studio 5000.
• Focus and Results: The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted. Demonstrated sustained work ability in a fast-paced production environment.
• Attention to detail: Inspect and verify conformance to specifications.
• Speaking and Communication: Communicate effectively with co-workers. Listen with full attention to what other people are saying, making sure to understand the needs being expressed, asking questions as appropriate without interrupting at an inappropriate time.
• Teamwork: Maintain a collaborative approach in dealing with other Simpson Strong-Tie employees. Demonstrate a genuine commitment to reach mutually beneficial solutions.
• Mathematics: Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry and their applications.
• Microsoft Office and computer skills: Ability to utilize MS Office and Teams to effectively complete work.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, see, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. This role operates large equipment while standing for approximately 8-12 hours, regularly twisting and bending in a repetitive motion. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and heavier weights with proper equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The job may risk exposure to heat and/or cold, loud noise levels, vibration, and moving mechanical parts.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

This job requires 10% of domestic travel.

WORK STATUS & LOCATION

This full-time, non-exempt position is located in McKinney, TX

RELOCATION

Relocation is not available for this position.

PAY

$24.09 - $31.30 / hour

REWARDS AT SIMPSON STRONG-TIE

We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.

• Quarterly Bonuses/Commission:You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue - directly or indirectly - and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
• Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more. View benefit plan details here: .

In keeping with the Company's commitment to the communities in which it does business, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that to the fullest extent required by local law, employment decisions are based on merit and business needs and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender (which state law may define to include gender identity/expression, transgender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, and gender stereotyping), sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, covered marital status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful background investigation and drug test. Simpson Strong-Tie's drug policy is based upon Federal Law, and therefore will screen applicants for amphetamines, including methamphetamines, cocaine, phencyclidine, opiates, and marijuana. Where applicable, drug testing for marijuana may be modified to conform with state and local laws.

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