Plc Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description

The Controls Specialist is responsible for advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization of electrical, mechanical, and automation systems within a high-volume pallet manufacturing facility. This role focuses on ensuring maximum equipment uptime, reliability, and safety through expert-level diagnostics, hands-on repair, and control system support. The Controls Specialist serves as a technical leader for PLCs, robotics, motor control systems, and complex industrial machinery, while also supporting continuous improvement initiatives and providing remote technical assistance as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting, Electrical, siemens plc, Electronics, Plc troubleshooting, mechanical, maintenance technician, programming

Top Skills Details

Troubleshooting,Electrical,siemens plc,Electronics,Plc troubleshooting

Additional Skills & Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or equivalent experience strongly preferred.

2. Minimum of 7 years of industrial maintenance or controls experience in a manufacturing environment.

3. Advanced troubleshooting skills with PLC-controlled equipment, robotics, and automated machinery.

4. Strong working knowledge of 480V three-phase, 110 VAC, and 24 VDC electrical systems.

5. Proven experience troubleshooting PLCs, motor drives (servo and VFD), sensors, and industrial control circuits.

6. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, control drawings, and ladder logic.

7. Experience using CMMS software for work orders, documentation, and parts tracking.

8. Strong communication skills with the ability to provide technical support in person and remotely.

9. Willingness to work flexible hours, including on-call or off-shift support as required.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

This is a Contract position based out of Ranburne, AL.

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $44.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Ranburne,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.