CNC/PLC Mechatronics Maintenance Specialist

CNC/PLC Mechatronics Maintenance Specialist DEPARTMENT: 506 REPORTS TO: Facilities Manager A day in this role You start your shift with a quick sync at the maintenance board. Operations flags a 3‑axis VMC throwing intermittent alarms. You pull the electrical and hydraulic schematics, trace signals through the PLC, and verify a VFD parameter set. By mid‑morning, you’ve aligned a spindle, rebuilt a worn assembly, and drafted a preliminary schematic update for final CAD. After lunch, you coordinate with another trade to rewire a control panel to National Electrical Code standards, source replacement parts, and estimate labor and materials for a scheduled retrofit. Before clocking out, you help the team with a facilities task—snow removal at an entrance—and log your work to quality documents and manufacturing instructions. What you’ll take on Install, align, maintain, and repair both conventional and CNC production machinery. Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, and electronic issues; overhaul and rebuild machine subassemblies. Work across CNC and PLC‑controlled systems with a strong, hands‑on mechanical aptitude. Apply knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives and Programmable Logic Controllers. Interpret electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical drawings; create preliminary electrical schematic drafts. Collaborate with other trades and Operations; take lead on repair projects when needed. Install, repair, and maintain wiring, circuitry, panels, fixtures, motors, and equipment in accordance with the National Electric Code. Perform methodical electrical/electronic troubleshooting. Order components and supplies; estimate labor hours and material needs for planned work. Support facilities maintenance such as new equipment installs, facility repairs, cleaning, snow removal, and painting. Follow company policies, directives, quality procedures, and manufacturing work instructions. Qualifications Connecticut E2 license preferred; Associate’s, relevant certification, or comparable military experience considered. 5+ years maintaining manufacturing equipment, including troubleshooting, installation, repair, and preventive maintenance. Proven CNC experience and strong diagnostic/problem‑solving ability. Fluent in reading mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic diagrams/schematics and engineering prints. Able to interpret machine alarms and determine whether root cause is program, machine, or operator. Skilled with hoists, forklifts, and scissor lifts. Fluent in English (read/write/speak). Preferred exposure to PLC controls, ladder logic, microprocessor‑based systems, motor controls, relays, breakers, and machine/process control circuits. Physical demands Lift safely up to 35 lbs. Stand for long periods. Kneel, sit, or lie on the floor as tasks require. Proficiencies PLC troubleshooting Electrical systems diagnostics and repair CNC machine troubleshooting Machines and technologies CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC) CNC Lathe (2–4 axis) Employment details CLASSIFICATION: Hourly