Controls Technician

Job Title: Controls Technician

Job Description

The Controls Integrator will provide support for client service calls, visiting sites to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues. This role involves contributing to automation projects, including PLC, HMI, SCADA, and DCS programming, as well as network configuration, AC & DC drive setup, instrumentation, electrical design, and commissioning/startup support services. The ideal candidate will have the ability to edit and potentially program PLCs from scratch. Travel to customer sites within a two-hour radius of Monroe, WI is required. When not traveling, the candidate will support time and material projects or assist other personnel in the division, starting either at the shop or directly at the job site depending on client location.

Responsibilities

• Support client service calls and troubleshoot equipment issues on-site.

• Contribute to various automation projects, including programming and configuration tasks.

• Travel to customer sites within a two-hour radius of Monroe, WI.

• Support time and material projects and assist division personnel when not traveling.

• Edit PLC programs and potentially create new programs from scratch.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in troubleshooting and PLC programming.

• Experience with automation, schematic interpretation, and maintenance techniques.

• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and controls technology.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's degree in mechatronics or engineering, with a preference for a Bachelor's degree.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in automation troubleshooting.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in PLC programming.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in customer interaction.

Work Environment

The candidate will be provided with a company vehicle and must have a clean driving record. Overnight stays are rare but possible. The candidate is expected to remain at customer sites until tasks are completed. The average workweek is 40 hours, with potential for overtime if customer issues are not resolved promptly. After-hours calls may occur, with additional compensation provided.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Monroe, Wisconsin.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Monroe, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Monroe,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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