Automation Technician 2 - Operations Support

Summary

Some of the work you will do

Here are the skills that you need

• 3–6 years of related experience in industrial automation, controls, instrumentation, electrical systems, startup, or commissioning.
• Technical degree, trade-school training, military technical training, industry certification, or equivalent practical experience.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, industrial networking, communications, and electrical control systems.
• Ability to independently resolve routine and moderately complex issues and recognize when escalation is needed.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, control schematics, I/O documentation, network diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, documentation, and customer-support skills.
• Ability to travel approximately 40–60% and provide occasional night, weekend, or holiday support as needed.

Here are the skills and qualifications that will set you apart

• Experience with water or wastewater treatment, rental systems, pilot systems, or other industrial process equipment.
• Hands-on PLC and HMI programming or field-modification experience.
• Experience with startup, commissioning, panel testing, Factory Acceptance Testing, or operator training.
• Knowledge of alarm management, control sequencing, industrial networking, and automation best practices.
• Experience identifying recurring issues and improving standards, documentation, testing, or project handoffs.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work at desk computer/phone system.
• Some lifting may be involved (up to 50 lbs.)
• May be required to be clean-shaven for proper respiratory equipment.

Benefits and perks we offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based annual bonuses
• Dollar for dollar 401K match of 6%
• Flexible work hours, hybrid schedules with remote work options
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package with an onsite medical facility
• Company HSA contribution, Paid Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Long-term Disability
• PTO plan and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company celebrations, summer parties, volunteer opportunities, games, prize drawings, and more!
• WesTech considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.