Controls Technician

**Job Title: Controls Technician**

**Job Description**

As a Controls Technician, you will play a vital role in installing and commissioning conveyor equipment and systems. Your work will ensure compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards. You will troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to the installation and maintenance of conveyor systems, and collaborate with various departments to ensure project success.

**Responsibilities**

+ Install and commission conveyor equipment and systems, including mechanical and electrical components.

+ Ensure compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards.

+ Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to the installation and maintenance of conveyor systems.

+ Communicate project status, risks, and issues to the project manager and internal teams.

+ Collaborate with engineering, sales, and customer service departments to ensure project success.

+ Maintain accurate project documentation and reports.

+ Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

**Essential Skills**

+ High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree preferred.

+ 3+ years of experience in mechanical and electrical installation, preferably in the conveyor industry.

+ Knowledge of conveyor system design, installation, and maintenance.

+ Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.

+ Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

+ Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

+ Willingness to travel to client sites frequently.

+ Physical ability to work in a field installation environment, including the ability to lift and carry heavy equipment.

+ Experience with basic hand and power tools.

**Additional Skills & Qualifications**

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

+ Technical ability to use a mobile device such as a smartphone, tablet, or laptop computer.

+ Fluent in reading and writing English; understanding of Spanish is a plus.

+ Experience with PLC troubleshooting and Rockwell Automation.

+ Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs, photoeyes, and pneumatics.

+ Experience with S7000 Intralox Sorter and cabling.

**Why Work Here?**

Join a family-owned company that has been in business for over 100 years. We invest in our employees with holiday cookouts and lunch-ins, providing long-term opportunities with direct hire goals. Enjoy benefits such as medical and vision insurance starting day one, 401k with company match, profit-sharing bonuses, and tuition reimbursement. With the potential for overtime, you can enjoy a substantial paycheck.

Example of typical 60, 70, & 80 hour work week based on $33/hr:

+ 33x40= $1,320. 49.50x20= $990. **60 hour week total= $2,310 + 420 ME&I per diem $2,730 x 9(months) = $98,280/year**

+ 33x40=$1,320. 49.50x30=$1,485. **70 hour week total= $2,805 + 420 ME&I per diem $3,225 x 9(months = $116,100/year**

+ 33x40=$1,320. 49.50x40=$1,980. **80 hour week total= $3,300 + 420 ME&I per diem $3,720 x 9(months) = $133,920/year**

**Work Environment**

You will work in a dynamic environment that regularly exposes you to moving mechanical parts. Safety is a top priority, and compliance with all EH&S requirements at Amazon facilities is essential. As a part of our team, you will be using multi hand and power tools, and must be capable of lifting items up to 50 lbs. The ability to climb ladders, operate a forklift, and use a scissor lift while adhering to OSHA standards is required.

**Job Type & Location**

This is a Contract to Hire position requiring 75-90% travel

**Pay and Benefits**

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 Baltimore,MD.

**Application Deadline**

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2025.

**About Aerotek:**

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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