Controls Technician
Location: Holstein, Iowa
Country: United States
Category: Maintenance
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm
Posted Date: February 13, 2026
Job ID: 642007
Job Description
A Controls Technician responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, and repair of process control systems. Under the guidance of the instrumentation and controls group the technician shall complete assigned tasks, attend required safety training and follows all safety standards.
Required:
- Associate’s degree or technical certification in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related field (Bachelor’s degree preferred) OR 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment working with control systems in lieu of education.
- Proficiency in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.) and HMI configuration.
- Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, instrumentation, and automation.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Familiarity with safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical control systems including PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and motor controls.
- Build, modify, or develop controls, integration, and electrical portions of manufacturing equipment.
- Program and modify PLCs and HMIs to support equipment upgrades and process improvements.
- Provide schematics/documentation of electrical control systems utilizing AutoCAD Electrical.
- Assist in the integration of new equipment into existing control systems.
- Provide technical support for control-related issues across production and maintenance teams, including using electrical schematics to perform electrical system troubleshooting.
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on control systems to minimize downtime.
- Maintain accurate documentation of control system configurations, wiring diagrams, and change logs.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, electrical codes, and company policies.
- Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurring issues.
- Discuss machine operation variations with managers or maintenance team members to diagnose problems or machine repair.
- Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to support manufacturing goals.
- Train maintenance personnel on basic control system troubleshooting and operation.
- Operate a forklift and maintain a forklift license.
At The Planet Group, we connect Manufacturing experts with opportunities that match their skills, goals, and ambition. From fast-moving startups to global enterprises, we partner with top organizations across industries—giving you access to roles where your contributions make a difference. Explore flexible options including contract, direct hire, and contract-to-hire, all supported by a team that puts people first.
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