What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Technician position at Actalent?
Job Title: Controls Technician
Job Description
As a Controls Technician, you will be responsible for building new electrical panels and wiring new and existing automated machine components. This includes working with robots, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), vision systems, servos, and other cutting-edge technologies.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and modify PLCs to ensure optimal operation.
- Plan and perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical, robotic, and pneumatic principles, including onsite design.
- Read and interpret diagrams, drawings, specifications, and instructions to modify new and existing machines.
- Wire control panels and machine wiring using provided drawings.
- Utilize a full range of measuring, gauging, analysis, machine, and hand tools to modify machines and equipment.
- Learn to use a variety of label printing machines.
- Set up and install new equipment at various locations.
- Communicate effectively with electrical and production engineers regarding problems, results, and corrective actions during equipment build and installation.
Essential Skills
- Experience in PLC programming and troubleshooting.
- Ability to set up PLC, back address, and load IP addresses.
- Proficiency in HMI (Human-Machine Interface) experience.
- Strong electrical skills.
- Experience with Omron systems.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in machine building and wiring.
- Proficiency in PLC troubleshooting.
- Control panel design experience.
Work Environment
The role involves working with advanced technologies and equipment in a collaborative environment. There are opportunities for learning and growth, particularly in using various label printing machines. The position offers holiday and vacation benefits, contributing to a balanced work-life integration.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Maryville, Tennessee.
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Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $39.00 - $45.00/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 Maryville,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 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 : $39 - $45