Job Description
Job Description
Travel Controls Technician
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Controls Technician to install, commission, and maintain conveyor systems. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards while collaborating with internal teams to achieve 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 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.
* Must have conveyer experience
Essential Skills
* Pre-commissioning and commissioning experience in conveyor systems.
* Proficiency in PLC troubleshooting and installation.
* Experience with Allen Bradley PLC and Rockwell Automation.
* Experience in field service and construction, with a focus on electrical systems.
* Knowledge of mechanical and electrical installation in the conveyor industry.
* 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 100% and be on the road for 30-60 days at a time.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
* High school diploma or equivalent required, technical degree preferred.
* 3+ years of experience in mechanical and electrical installation.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
* Technical ability to use a mobile device such as a smartphone, tablet, or laptop.
* Physical ability to lift and carry heavy equipment and work in a field installation environment.
* Experience with basic hand and power tools.
* Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
* Fluency in reading and writing English; understanding of Spanish is a plus.
Why Work Here?
Join a family-owned company with over 100 years of history, offering long-term career opportunities. Enjoy competitive compensation with overtime potential, comprehensive benefits including medical and vision insurance, a 401k plan with company match, and profit-sharing bonuses. Experience a supportive company culture that invests in employees through holiday cookouts, lunch-ins, and tuition reimbursement.
Work Environment
The role involves working in various environments, including Amazon facilities, adhering to EH&S requirements. Candidates will be exposed to moving mechanical parts, work with multi hand and power tools, and must adhere to safety standards per OSHA requirements. The position requires the physical ability to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and handle items weighing at least 50 lbs. Use of ladders, forklifts, and scissor lifts may be required.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Port Clinton, Ohio.
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 Houston,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 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.
Company Description
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 meet 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 in solving 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.
Company Description
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 meet 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 in solving 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.