INDUSTRIAL CONTROLS TECHNICIAN

About the role

Biewer Wisconsin Sawmill is looking to add a full‑time Industrial Controls Technician to our team in Prentice, WI, where industrial control expertise will directly impact the success of our fast‑paced operations. Join a family‑owned industry leader that offers a stable work environment, technical challenges, and the opportunity to build a long‑term career in the lumber industry.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair and modify industrial control systems and instrumentation in accordance with relevant codes and from blueprints, schematics, and sketches.
• Complete preventive maintenance programs for control systems and manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot production equipment (PLCs, VFDs, motors, switches, starters, and control panel wiring) using electrical, controls, and mechanical aptitude.
• Observe all safety rules, policies, and precautions; report and correct unsafe work conditions; submit safety ideas to the Safety Committee; complete required safety and regulatory training.
• Diagnose repairs and implement process‑flow improvements to industrial control systems, analog and digital applications.
• Work with outside contractors and vendors on controls and improvement projects.
• Communicate with the electrical and maintenance teams and management about equipment that is not operating properly.
• Quote and coordinate electrical projects with vendors, purchase components, and establish timelines.
• Interpret equipment reporting and diagnose accordingly (e.g., downtime reports); prepare reports for work progress and preventative‑maintenance documentation.
• Follow established departmental housekeeping, safety practices, and standard operating procedures.
• Provide ideas, innovation, and suggestions for continuous improvement and opportunities.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience in a heavy industrial environment; proficient computer skills; AutoCAD preferred.
• Strong use of Rockwell software to implement, edit, or design logic/code to improve machine performance.
• Ability to edit, modify, and design human‑machine interfaces (HMI).
• Basic hydraulic and mechanical knowledge, including Delta RMC (preferred).
• Basic electrical theory and advanced controls.
• Experience with industrial sensors – infrared, proximity, limit switches, etc.
• Advanced use of PLC software – ladder logic, programming, and troubleshooting of ControlLogix (Allen Bradley).
• Electrical control systems expertise – energy management, electronic controls networking, cable making, troubleshooting, camera systems, and communication protocol setup.
• Editing equipment/asset monitoring (Ope8) and creating/modifying system updates.
• Programming variable frequency drives (Allen‑Bradley).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Education, Experience, and Certifications

• Two years of formal technical training in electricity principles, electrical design, or PLCs, **or** five years of experience in electrical systems within a manufacturing environment.
• State electrician licensure or certification is desired.

Work Environment

The position is in an industrial setting that includes frequent exposure to airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, and loud noise. Employees may be exposed to extreme conditions at manufacturing job sites and may need to work at high elevations. This safety‑sensitive role requires compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and required drug and alcohol testing procedures.

Physical Demands

Climb and descend a flight of stairs several times per day. Walk, stand, or kneel for up to 12 hours. Bend and lift up to 50 lb.

Schedule

6 pm – 6 am, rotating schedule.