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Controls Technician

Actalent
Rochester, NY Contractor
POSTED ON 11/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/15/2026

Job Title: Controls Technician

Job Description

  • We are seeking a dedicated Controls Technician responsible for programming, troubleshooting, and assisting in the repair of electrical control systems.
  • This role requires overnight shifts, but offers flexibility in creating shift coverage with the team.

Responsibilities

  • Program and troubleshoot electrical control systems.
  • Assist in the repair of electrical control systems.
  • Collaborate with the team to ensure shift coverage.
  • Utilize PLC programming and troubleshooting skills.
  • Apply knowledge in HMI and CAD design.
  • Engage in pneumatics and hydraulics tasks.
  • Work with Siemens PLC and circuitry.
  • Implement variable frequency design and network infrastructure.

Essential Skills

  • Troubleshooting skills in PLC and electrical systems.
  • Experience with electrical systems and PLC programming.
  • Knowledge of HMI and CAD design.
  • Associates Degree in a related field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience with Siemens PLC is a plus.
  • Basic programming skills are required.
  • Networking knowledge is desired but not mandatory.

Work Environment

  • The role operates in a manufacturing environment with varying noise levels and hot and cold conditions.
  • Shifts are 3pm-11pm, and 11pm-7am, with rotating shifts that may require day shifts for project work and training.
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE) may be necessary in certain areas.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochester, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $43.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rochester,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $37 - $43

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