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Controls Technician

Dawn Staffing Solutions Inc. (USA)
Ann Arbor, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/22/2026
One of our manufacturing clients is looking for a skilled Controls Technician to support the reliability, maintenance and optimization of automated production systems at their Ann Arbor, MI facility.

Pay Rate: $75k-$90k

Shift: Afternoon shift

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment and automation systems
  • Diagnose electrical, controls, and instrumentation issues to minimize production downtime
  • Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo drives, and industrial control systems
  • Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical and automation equipment
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and technical documentation
  • Install, wire, test, and commission electrical control panels, sensors, motors, and instrumentation devices
  • Support automation upgrades, equipment installations, and capital improvement projects
  • Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurring equipment failures
  • Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and complete work orders using CMMS software

Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree in Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation, or a related field preferred
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least 3 years as a Controls Technician.
  • Strong knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting, HMI systems, VFDs, motor controls, sensors, and industrial electrical systems
  • Experience troubleshooting automated production equipment and electrical control circuits
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, and technical drawings

Salary : $75,000 - $90,000

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