Automation and Process Controls Technician

March 11, 2026

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Position: Automation and Process Controls Technician

Company Overview:

The Equipment Hub is America’s leading machine tool dealer of used metalworking equipment. We specialize in the buying, selling, repairing, and auctioning of CNC and manual machining and fabrication equipment. Our company offers an exciting work environment for anyone that is self-motivated with the desire to become an expert in buying, selling, or repairing metalworking machinery. Beyond the exciting work environment offered, we also offer a true family work environment. We are a tight-knit group of machinery people that are all close friends that will treat you with respect. You will be more than an employee to us. You will be a partner with us in the pursuit of becoming the biggest machine tool dealer in the world.

As the Automation and Process Controls Technician, you will be involved in the troubleshooting and repair of machinery our acquisition team has purchased. The majority of work will be related to fixing electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components on both CNC and manual machinery. Some examples of equipment you would be working on are CNC vertical machining centers, CNC lathes, CNC Plasmas, CNC lasers, lathes, milling machines, press brakes, saws, shears, welders, ironworkers, and presses. The majority of work will be done on-site at our facility in Decatur, GA. Occasionally there will be times you will need to travel to work on equipment with issues that are still covered under our warranty. If you enjoy complex challenges and a wide variety of projects this job is the perfect job for you. Between the massive variance in brands and types of machinery, no day is ever the same.

Job Responsibilities:

Strong technical background to help troubleshoot and eliminate tough problems, as well as implement new solutions.
Comfortable troubleshooting code for PLC application in ladder logic, function block or structured text.
Evaluate and troubleshoot facility and manufacturing control systems consisting of PLCs, VFD’s, computer controls, HMI interfaces, as well as controls and process instrumentation.
Troubleshoot or modify existing PLC programs and make system hardware recommendations to resolve operation problems, improve processes, to support factory initiatives and continuous improvement.
Disassemble, repair and rebuild machine tool sub assemblies and assemblies.
Work with AC and DC electrical systems, relay logic, PLC programming and electronics.
Identify, repair or replace damaged components.
Utilize machine tool manuals, technical documents, internal and vendor resources to research machine issues
Maintaining a very clean and organized work environment.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

5+ years related experience as an Automation and Controls Technician.
2+ years of experience in a machine installation, maintenance and repair; or equivalent combination of experience and schooling.
Advanced understanding of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics; ability to read and interpret drawings and schematics
Excellent technical, communication, and presentation skills
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and other business programs, as required
Ability to meet physical requirements of the job

Professional Skills:

Detail oriented with a high regard to quality of work
Good communication skills, work ethics and punctuality
Be able to work independently and perform duties with minimal supervision

Job Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $33.00 to $38.00 Hr

Job Features / Benefits:

Competitive Wages
3 Weeks Paid Vacation
Company Paid Holidays
Steady Monday through Friday Work Schedule
Minimal Traveling
401K with 3% match
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance

Schedule: Monday Through Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm with 1 hour lunch break

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

What type of field service do you have?

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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