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Job Title: Field Service Controls Technician $30-35+HR
90-100% Travel
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Controls Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in mechanical and electrical installation, with a focus on conveyor systems. This role involves installing and commissioning conveyor equipment and systems, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards. The position requires frequent travel to client sites for installation and maintenance projects.
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 other departments such as engineering, sales, and customer service to ensure project success.
Maintain accurate project documentation and reports.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Essential Skills
Experience working with conveyor systems.
Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and Allen Bradley PLCs.
Experience with electrical systems and mechanical installation.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
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
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.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Technical ability to use a mobile device such as a smartphone, tablet, or laptop computer.
Understanding of Spanish is a plus.
Why Work Here?
Join a family-owned company that has been in business for over 100 years and invests in its employees. Enjoy holiday cookouts and lunch-ins, a long-term opportunity with direct employment, and comprehensive benefits including medical and vision insurance starting day one, 401k with company match, profit-sharing bonuses, and tuition reimbursement. Benefit from overtime opportunities for a significant paycheck.
Work Environment
The work environment involves frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts and adherence to safety standards. The role requires the ability to use multi-hand and power tools, lift items of at least 50 lbs, climb ladders, and operate forklifts and scissor lifts. Employees will work at various client sites, including Amazon facilities, following all EH&S requirements.
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 Philadelphia,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 1, 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.