Controls Technician

Controls Technician

Date: Jul 21, 2026

Location(s):

Franklin, TN, US, 37064

Company: A. O. Smith Corporation

Business Unit: NAWH

Workplace Setting: Onsite

Company / Location Information

A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

We Offer

Regularly Scheduled Hours: Monday through Friday: 1:00pm - 9:30pm

Hourly Rate of Pay: $39.58/hr ($38.58/hr + $1.00/hr shift premium for hours worked = $39.58/hr)

Benefits: Work in a climate controlled facility. Medical, Dental, and vision start on Day 1! Our comprehensive benefits package also includes life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401k, tuition assistance, and employee discounts on Aquasana water filtration products.

We are a drug-free facility and require all employees to pass a Post Offer drug screen and background check.

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Primary Function

APCOM's climate controlled facility in Franklin, Tennessee, manufactures electric thermostats, pipe nipples, dip tubes, elements, and burner assemblies. The Controls Technician installs and maintains the computer-controlled systems and robotic devices used within industrial and manufacturing facilities to reduce human intervention and maximize efficiency. In addition, the Controls Technician supports engineering functions by assisting in the design, programming and implementation of manufacturing equipment and processes.

Responsibilities

• Duties require knowledge of electronics, mechanics and computers

• Collaborates with controls and mechanical engineers to perform routine diagnostic checks on automated systems, monitor automated systems, isolate problems and perform repairs.

• Communicate with controls and mechanical engineers in the design and service of control systems ranging from electromechanical devices and systems to high-speed robotics and PLCs

• Consults with supervisors, product engineering, maintenance operators and other associates regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.

• Utilizes processes information, such as KPI’s, to monitor and implement improvements to processes and equipment.

• Must be proficient in connecting to, communicating with, and general use of various PLC platforms

• The position may require overtime, weekend and/or holiday work.

• Takes “On-Call” duties as scheduled

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Electronic, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field and/or experience

• Good verbal and written communication skills

• Detail Oriented

• Strong Computer Skills such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel. Power Point, SAP and others

• Excellent problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of CAD is a plus

• Ability to read and interpret PLC programs, A-B Studio 5000, Siemens and Beckhoff controls systems

• SAP Experience

• Experience with Keyence Laser systems

• Experience with motion controls and drives

• Experience with Cognex, Keyence vision system

• Experience with Fanuc Robot controls

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and cad drawings

• Ability to multi-task and work in a high demand and dynamic environment

Education

Associate Degree in Engineering or Related Field

Physical Requirements

• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as steel-toe shoes/boots, ear and eye protection.

• Prolonged periods of sitting/standing and frequent bending and reaching.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.

ADA Statement & EEO Statement

In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

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