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Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.\nIND123\nWhat we offer you\nMedical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts\nRetirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions\nEducation Assistance\nBonus Plan Eligibility\nParental Leave\nWhat you will be doing\nEssential Job Responsibilities:\nAssist in the installation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and related automation equipment.\n\nBasic wiring, PLC, and HMI setup.\n\nAssist in wiring and installation of PLC hardware.\n\nPerform basic diagnostics and troubleshooting under supervision.\n\nRead and interpret electrical schematics and PLC I/O diagrams.\n\nSupport senior technicians in system testing and commissioning.\n\nMaintain documentation and logs of work performed.\n\nConfigure, scale, and troubleshoot analog signals and instrumentation.\n\nPerform basic PLC program uploads, downloads, and online monitoring.\nUse multimeters and basic electrical testing equipment.\nWhat will make you successful?\nRequired Education/Experience:\n0-5 years of experience troubleshooting and supporting PLC-controlled equipment.\nBasic understanding of ladder logic troubleshooting and fault isolation techniques.\nKnowledge of industrial sensors, transmitters, and control devices.\n\nFamiliarity with digital and analog I/O configuration and verification.\n\nBasic knowledge of industrial communication networks and PLC-to-device communications\n\nPreferred Skills/Qualifications:\nExperience using Allen-Bradley RSLogix 5000 / Studio 5000 software or similar PLC programming platforms.\nUnderstanding of industrial control panel components including relays, contactors, and terminal blocks\n\nAbility to interpret PLC fault codes and assist in troubleshooting automation systems.\n\nEqual opportunities\nHydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.\nAs part of our recruitment process, we may use job-related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work-related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.\nIf you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email \nHydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. 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