Controls Technician / Industrial Controls Specialist
The Controls Technician
The Controls Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and improving PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment and automation systems. This role requires strong hands-on experience with industrial electrical systems, PLC programming/troubleshooting, drives, sensors, and control panels within a manufacturing environment. The technician will work closely with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to diagnose issues, implement improvements, and maintain high equipment availability.
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment
- Diagnose faults in automation systems, electrical circuits, and control logic
- Support PLC systems such as Allen-Bradley (ControlLogix / CompactLogix preferred)
- Aid engineers with PLC program updates and control improvements
- Diagnose and repair issues with:
- VFD drives
- Servo systems
- Sensors and encoders
- Motors and actuators
- Industrial control panels
- Support automated coating, laminating, and converting equipment
- Troubleshoot industrial electrical systems including 120V / 240V / 480V equipment
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control drawings
- Perform electrical repairs and wiring modifications when required
- Work closely with production teams to reduce equipment downtime
- Provide rapid response troubleshooting during production issues
- Support preventive maintenance and system diagnostics
- Assist with automation upgrades, retrofits, and equipment improvements
- Support integration of new equipment and automation systems
- Maintain documentation for PLC programs, control panels, and automation systems
- Assist in troubleshooting industrial communication networks
- Support systems using EtherNet/IP and industrial communication protocols
Qualifications Required
- Experience working with industrial automation systems in manufacturing
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment
- Knowledge of industrial electrical systems (120V – 480V)
- Ability to read electrical schematics and control wiring diagrams
- Experience troubleshooting sensors, drives, motors, and control panels
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work safely in an industrial manufacturing environment
Preferred Experience
- Allen-Bradley PLC systems (ControlLogix / CompactLogix)
- HMI systems (PanelView or similar)
- VFD programming and troubleshooting
- Industrial networking (EtherNet/IP)
- Experience supporting automated production lines
- Experience with servo motion control systems
- Experience with coating, laminating, converting, or roll-to-roll manufacturing equipment
Education
- Associate Degree or Technical Certification in:
- Industrial Automation
- Electrical Engineering Technology
- Mechatronics
- Industrial Controls
- (or equivalent hands-on experience)
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work around industrial machinery and production equipment
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to work in manufacturing floor environment
About the Company
Erickson International is the most energy-efficient manufacturer in operation today. Our Las Vegas facility was several years in the making, following extensive research and development. It was built from the ground up, with custom machines, state of the science technology and proprietary processes that increase production efficiency, accuracy and product quality. Spanning more than an acre, our facility leads the industry in green thinking, with near-zero landfill waste to respect and protect the environment.
Pay
$60,000-80,000
Schedule
N/A