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Electrical Controls Technician - 2nd Shift

ABB
Fort Smith, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 4/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2026
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Maintenance Manager

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Job Description:

  • Core Responsibilities: Design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial automation and electrical control systems—including PLCs, HMIs, drives, and robotics—while ensuring safe, compliant operation, supporting equipment startups and upgrades, collaborating cross‑functionally to improve performance and uptime, maintaining accurate documentation, and contributing to continuous improvement and automation projects.
  • Required Experience & Skills: 3–5 years in industrial controls or manufacturing maintenance; strong Allen‑Bradley PLC/HMI experience; working knowledge of servo motion systems, VFDs, industrial sensors; ability to read schematics and ladder logic; Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, P&IDs; strong electrical troubleshooting skills.
  • Work Environment & Other Requirements: Industrial manufacturing setting with electrical and mechanical systems; adherence to PPE and safety standards; occasional off‑shift, weekend, or on‑call support may be required.

Education and Experience Needed:

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Industrial Automation or related field.
  • 3–5 years in industrial controls or maintenance withing a manufacturing environment
  • Must pass a background and drug screen and have valid U.S. work authorization.
  • Proficiency in reading, speaking, and writing English is essential for maintaining a safe work environment.
  • Regular attendance and availability for overtime are essential job functions.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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