Linked Professional Services
Controls Technician - 3rd Shift
Linked Professional Services, Fraser, Michigan, United States, 48026
Job Title:
Controls Technician
Pay:
$26.00 – $38.00 per hour
Shift:
3rd Shift | Full-Time | 40 hours/week | Overtime expected
Type : 90-day contract-to-hire
Purpose:
Seeking a Controls Technician to support 2nd shift operations. This role installs, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical, hydraulic, and electronic systems on industrial machinery and production equipment. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment such as assembly cells, conveyor systems, robots, test stands, and other production machinery.
Key Responsibilities:
PLC and robot programming/troubleshooting
Diagnose issues using HMI or PLC (Allen Bradley RS Logix 500 and 5000) or robot controller
Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to resolve machinery issues
Prepare facility for new equipment installations and remove obsolete machinery
Plan and install control panel wiring for robots, conveyors, vision systems, pneumatic/hydraulic controls, VFDs, and programmable controllers
Use PLC and HMI to troubleshoot production and assembly equipment
Create backups of programs, parameters, and machine data
Replace faulty components (relays, switches, motors, sensors, etc.)
Source and install necessary replacement parts
Adjust and test equipment for proper functionality
Use hand and power tools (drills, grinders, saws, pipe benders, etc.)
Follow Lock Out Tag Out procedures
Submit purchase requisitions for equipment or parts
Support mechanical repair efforts when needed
Perform scheduled Preventive Maintenance
Handle other facility maintenance tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
Associate’s degree or equivalent technical training, or two years of relevant experience
Advanced knowledge in PLCs (Allen Bradley RS Logix 500/5000), robotics, pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical, and mechanical systems
Ability to read blueprints, maintenance instructions, safety rules, and procedural documents
Experience in writing routine reports and documenting maintenance activities
Required: PLC/HMI programming (Allen Bradley RS Logix 500/5000)
Preferred: Robot programming experience
Career Progression:
Lead Maintenance Technician
Maintenance Supervisor
Benefits:
401(k) with 4% match
Dental, vision, and health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Schedule:
8-hour evening shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
On-site only
Linked, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Our goal is to ensure that every employee and applicant is treated with respect and fairness. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support diverse needs throughout the hiring process. Linked, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to fostering a work environment where everyone can thrive.
Controls Technician
Pay:
$26.00 – $38.00 per hour
Shift:
3rd Shift | Full-Time | 40 hours/week | Overtime expected
Type : 90-day contract-to-hire
Purpose:
Seeking a Controls Technician to support 2nd shift operations. This role installs, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical, hydraulic, and electronic systems on industrial machinery and production equipment. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment such as assembly cells, conveyor systems, robots, test stands, and other production machinery.
Key Responsibilities:
PLC and robot programming/troubleshooting
Diagnose issues using HMI or PLC (Allen Bradley RS Logix 500 and 5000) or robot controller
Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to resolve machinery issues
Prepare facility for new equipment installations and remove obsolete machinery
Plan and install control panel wiring for robots, conveyors, vision systems, pneumatic/hydraulic controls, VFDs, and programmable controllers
Use PLC and HMI to troubleshoot production and assembly equipment
Create backups of programs, parameters, and machine data
Replace faulty components (relays, switches, motors, sensors, etc.)
Source and install necessary replacement parts
Adjust and test equipment for proper functionality
Use hand and power tools (drills, grinders, saws, pipe benders, etc.)
Follow Lock Out Tag Out procedures
Submit purchase requisitions for equipment or parts
Support mechanical repair efforts when needed
Perform scheduled Preventive Maintenance
Handle other facility maintenance tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
Associate’s degree or equivalent technical training, or two years of relevant experience
Advanced knowledge in PLCs (Allen Bradley RS Logix 500/5000), robotics, pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical, and mechanical systems
Ability to read blueprints, maintenance instructions, safety rules, and procedural documents
Experience in writing routine reports and documenting maintenance activities
Required: PLC/HMI programming (Allen Bradley RS Logix 500/5000)
Preferred: Robot programming experience
Career Progression:
Lead Maintenance Technician
Maintenance Supervisor
Benefits:
401(k) with 4% match
Dental, vision, and health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Schedule:
8-hour evening shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
On-site only
Linked, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Our goal is to ensure that every employee and applicant is treated with respect and fairness. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support diverse needs throughout the hiring process. Linked, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to fostering a work environment where everyone can thrive.