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Automation

PLC Technician

Programs, troubleshoots, and maintains programmable logic controllers driving automated production.

What they do

Programs, troubleshoots, and maintains programmable logic controllers driving automated production.

Typical environments

Automated plantsPackaging linesMaterial handling

Skills required

  • PLC programming
  • HMI
  • Networking
  • Diagnostics

Licenses & certifications

  • · Automation certificates
  • · Journeyman license (common)

Credential requirements vary by state and jurisdiction. Verify with the official licensing authority before making career decisions.