PLC and Drives Maintenance Technologist
Company: CMC - North America
Location: Birmingham
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description PLC and Drives Maintenance
Technologist $5,000 Hiring Bonus Let’s build a better
world—starting with your next role Do you instinctively trace a
fault from the field device to the PLC and out to the drive? Can
you move from a high-voltage panel to a hydraulic manifold with
equal confidence—and document every step in SAP? If so, you’ll
thrive at CMC. What you’ll take on Champion safety by following
rules, wearing PPE, and engaging in CMC Safety Programs to
strengthen our Safety Culture. Partner with ARP Planners to
schedule and sequence maintenance activities. Identify and resolve
issues using test equipment, hand tools, and systematic
troubleshooting to find root causes. Work on AC/DC motor control
circuits, PLC systems, electrical drives, and high-voltage
equipment within site limits; read and apply electrical/electronic
schematics. Perform daily checks and maintenance on shop machinery,
mobile equipment, HVAC systems, PLC networks, and cranes. Leverage
cross-disciplinary knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic,
distribution control, fluidic, and electrical systems. Keep precise
records of tasks completed, repairs made, and materials used.
Execute maintenance work: replace damaged components, make
adjustments, calibrate, assemble and install equipment, test
systems, and complete preventive maintenance routines. Provide
on-the-spot technical support to maintenance and production staff.
Maintain clean, organized workspaces as part of daily housekeeping.
Use the SAP maintenance module to access information, log
activities, and record time and corrective actions. Operate
diagnostic tools including digital voltmeters, paper recorders,
multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other electronic instruments. Are
you a match? Comfortable in a fast-moving plant environment; able
to stand, walk, bend, and work at heights for extended periods.
Logical, analytical, and resourceful problem solver. AC/DC
troubleshooting experience is a must. Skilled in maintenance and
repair of electrical control systems. Knowledge of melting,
casting, and rolling processes and related equipment (preferred).
At least 3 years of industrial maintenance experience (preferred).
Familiar with MRO practices; SAP experience (preferred). Working
knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics; strong grasp of electrical
and mechanical maintenance principles. NFPA 70E familiarity
(preferred). Experience troubleshooting Siemens or other PLC
platforms (preferred). Proven ability to juggle multiple
priorities. Deep understanding of electrical safe work practices.
Willing to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Education High School Diploma or GED (preferred) Tech you’ll work
with Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) Programmable Logic Controllers
(PLC) Compensation & benefits from Day 1 Medical, dental, and
vision coverage starting Day 1 PTO and vacation from Day 1
Competitive pay plus bonus opportunities Company-paid lifestyle
fund, life insurance, and disability insurance 401(k) with company
match Employee Stock Purchase Plan Training programs and
advancement opportunities About us CMC is a Fortune 500 company at
the forefront of construction reinforcement and steel products. For
over a century, we’ve united builders and problem-solvers to take
on complex challenges. Join us to make the industry more
sustainable and to support the bridges, roads, buildings, and
infrastructure that connect our communities. Apply today to move
your career—and the world—forward. CMC is committed to providing
equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and
applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin,
citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity and/or expression, genetic information, or other status
protected by federal, state or local law.
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