ELWOOD STAFFING: Automation & Maintenance Technician - Boise, ID.

Employer: Elwood Staffing

Job Description:
Smart Manufacturing Starts Here: Automation & Maintenance Technician. Apply today!

What's in it for you?
-Medical/Vision/Dental
-Holiday Pay
-FSA
-Free Food
-401k and 5% company match

Automation & Maintenance Technician Details:
-Direct Hire position
-$42.00 /hour
-Third Shift
-Perform routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance on electrical, electronic, pneumatic, mechanical, and networked control systems (including PLCs and VFDs) to ensure reliable plant and wastewater treatment operations.
-Conduct inspections, testing, calibrations, and adjustments to maintain process instrumentation accuracy and control system performance.
-Monitor production and control equipment for proper operation, performance, and safety; identify and address abnormal conditions to protect product quality, personnel safety, and equipment integrity.
-Maintain accurate documentation, including maintenance logs, work orders, and service records.
-Communicate effectively with Production, Quality, Sanitation, and other departments to coordinate maintenance activities and ensure smooth plant operations.
-Ensure all work is performed safely and professionally in accordance with company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.
-Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and control system issues using multimeters, meggers, schematics, and knowledge of VFD setup and operation.
-Identify root causes and implement preventive measures during repair activities to reduce equipment downtime and recurrence of issues.
-Develop proficiency across multiple skilled disciplines (e.g., welding, fabrication, electrical, carpentry, plumbing, boiler, HVAC) and apply skills to perform repairs and improvements.
-Operate and maintain utility systems, including startup and shutdown of equipment; proficient in DAF system operation, jar testing, and chemical adjustments.
-Complete required competency and Simutech training modules, including troubleshooting of electrical, control, motor, and industrial circuits.
-Lead and train Level 1 and Level 2 technicians in welding, electrical, and other skilled disciplines; demonstrate effective leadership, communication, and teamwork.
-Demonstrate self-motivation, responsibility, time management, and commitment to continuous improvement.
-Able to stand on concrete for up to 12 hours, bend, stoop, and lift up to 75 pounds.

Automation & Maintenance Technician Qualifications:
-Strong communication skills (English preferred).
-Self-driven with a desire to learn and continuously improve.
-Team-oriented and goal-focused.
-Demonstrates the ability and motivation to learn and interpret schematics, electrical drawings, and ladder logic.
-Basic understanding of electrical theory and interest in developing PLC programming skills.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate diversity at all levels of our organization.

How to Apply:
Email, call, or text us today! Feel free to apply online at www.elwoodjobs.com!

Oliver Bergen
3025 Washington Blvd.
Ogden, UT 84401
(801) 781-2310 ext.
[email protected]

Contact Person: Oliver Bergen
Email: [email protected]
Location: • Boise, ID
Application Method: Apply Online
Base Pay: $42.00/HR


Posted on April 07, 2026

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