Full-Time
Field Service Technician – PLC & Automated Machinery
Industrial Automation, PLC Programming
Posted on 4/26/2025
Latitude
11-50 employees
Full-service staffing for technical roles
Compensation Overview
$90k - $110k/yr
Woodlawn, MD, USA
In Person
Willingness to travel to customer sites on short notice.
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- 3+ years of field service or industrial maintenance experience, with a strong focus on PLC troubleshooting and automation systems.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and control drawings.
- Hands-on experience with PLC brands such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi.
- Familiarity with HMI interfaces, VFDs, sensors, actuators, and other automation components.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with hand and power tools.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Willingness to travel frequently to customer sites, often on short notice.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Perform installation, start-up, and commissioning of automation equipment at client locations.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical, mechanical, and control issues involving PLCs and automation systems.
- Program and modify PLC logic (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi).
- Conduct preventive maintenance and provide technical support to ensure peak system performance.
- Document service visits, issues resolved, parts used, and recommendations for system improvement.
- Provide training and guidance to end-users on proper operation and maintenance.
- Maintain a safe working environment and comply with all safety protocols.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, or related field.
- Experience in industrial sectors such as food & beverage, packaging, automotive, or manufacturing.
- Experience with networking and industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.).
Latitude Inc. is a staffing firm that provides specialized technical and professional personnel to both public and private sectors. It offers contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent placements, focusing on Technology, Engineering, Scientific, and Communications industries. The company operates by maintaining a dedicated recruiting staff that sources qualified candidates and charges fees to clients for successful placements and staffing services. It has a notable government sector presence and positions itself as a self-certified small business to compete for government contracts. Latitude’s goal is to deliver cost-effective staffing solutions that meet the specific needs of its clients by supplying qualified personnel through tailored staffing arrangements, ensuring reliable support for IT and technical programs across both sectors.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Hanover, Maryland
Founded
N/A
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- $31M revenue fuels expansion in government technical staffing programs.
- 11-50 employees with energized culture attract specialized talent.
- Management's 35+ years experience spans IT, engineering, and bioscience.
What critics are saying
- Allegis Group undercuts contracts with 20-30% lower rates in 6-12 months.
- $31M revenue exceeds SBA threshold, barring set-aside contracts in 3-6 months.
- Eightfold AI displaces manual recruiting as DoD adopts 40% faster matching in 12-24 months.
What makes Latitude unique
- Latitude specializes in technical staffing for DoD and civilian agencies since 2003.
- Self-certified small business targets government IT, engineering, and cyber contracts.
- Dedicated recruiters provide cost-effective contract and permanent placements.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Remote Work Options
Professional Development Budget