Automation Technician

Welcome to Kaeb Sales, Inc We’re hiring a full-time Automation Technician – Ag Equipment to join our team in Rensselaer, IN (about 45 miles north of Lafayette). In this role, you will be an integral part of our growing automation team. You will be responsible for building, wiring, troubleshooting, modifying, and installing controls systems within the agriculture sector -especially dairy equipment and automation. Flexibility is a must in our high-demand, ever-changing industry.

We are a family-owned business that has provided innovative milking and manure handling solutions within the dairy industry since 1989. We currently operate out of eight offices across five midwestern states, and maintain a small, tight-knit team.

We offer competitive hourly wages from $26 - $35/hr depending on experience, plus benefits including 401(k) with company match, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, overtime pay, on-call double pay, and bonus opportunities.

What you will be doing:

• Build, install, and support custom-made control systems
• Complete preventive and corrective maintenance
• Systematically troubleshoot and resolve electrical and mechanical issues
• Follow safety policies and practices and uphold company policies and ethical standards
• Collaborate with supervisors, managers, and other teams while maintaining a positive work atmosphere
• Drive to customer sites to perform necessary work
• Be available for on-call shifts per the assigned schedule

What we’re looking for:

• Ability to read, understand, and modify PLC ladder logic (primarily AutomationDirect platforms -Productivity Series, CLICK, DirectLOGIC)
• Basic understanding of HMI programming software (C-more)
• Ability to wire, troubleshoot, understand, and repair 3 Phase 480VAC systems, 24VDC and 120VAC control systems, motor control circuits, and various analog sensors (pressure, temperature, etc.)
• Ability to wire and program VFDs
• Ability to use a DMM
• Ability to properly size wire and circuit protection
• Ability to read and comprehend various prints and schematics (electrical, pneumatic)
• Ability to maintain and/or change focus in fast-paced, time-sensitive projects
• Basic understanding of networking (LAN, WAN, VPN, serial, etc.)
• Experience with hand and power tools
• Broad mechanical aptitude
• Valid driver's license with clean record
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends

Preferred but not required:

• Dairy background and/or knowledge
• Experience installing electrical conduits
• Problem-solver with attention to detail
• Exceptional teamwork and growth mindset