#08043357
Electrical Controls Technician/Electrical Engineer II
Instrumentation and Controls, Manufacturing Operations
Fort Worth, Texas, United States
Allen Bradley, Siemens
Community Project
Position Summary:
The Electrical Controls Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving electrical control systems and automation equipment across the facility. This role supports production and maintenance teams by ensuring equipment reliability, safety, and performance through proactive diagnostics and repairs.
Key Responsibilities:
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical control systems including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and industrial networks.
Perform diagnostics and repairs on automated machinery and process control systems.
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to implement control system upgrades and improvements.
Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
Program and modify PLC logic and HMI interfaces (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.).
Maintain documentation for control systems, including change logs and backups.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, electrical codes, and company policies.
Support predictive and preventive maintenance programs.
Train and mentor maintenance staff on control systems and troubleshooting techniques.
Qualifications:
Required:
High school diploma or GED.
3+ years of experience in industrial electrical or controls technician role.
Proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley preferred).
Strong understanding of electrical theory, control systems, and automation.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and ladder logic.
Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.).
Preferred:
Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field.
Experience in a manufacturing or food processing environment.
Knowledge of SCADA systems and data acquisition tools.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Work in confined spaces, heights, and varying environmental conditions.
Stand, walk, bend, and climb for extended periods.
Work Schedule:
Full-time, may include weekends or off-shifts depending on operational needs.
Programming / Technical Skills
Allen Bradley / Rockwell(Mandatory)
CompactLogix, ControlLogix 5000, FactoryTalk View, MicroLogix Series, Panelview, PowerFlex AC Drives, RSLogix, RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, SLC 500, Studio 5000
Siemens(Good to have)
S7, S7-1500, TIA Portal, WINCC
Skilled Trade
Electrical and Mechanical Troubleshooting
Procedures And Policies
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Certificate of Insurance (COI): A current COI must be uploaded to your profile before starting any project. This is essential for compliance with our insurance policy and to protect all parties involved. The minimum coverage required is $1,000,000 in General Liability. If you do not have or do not wish to obtain the neccessary insurance at this time, a deduction of 5% will be included from your billable time each week. Please obtain your COI through the following process if you don’t have a current COI already:
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- Visit Hiscox Insurance.
- Enter your Zip Code to specify your state.
- Select/Type the nature of your work, for example, "Controls Systems Integration/Automation."
- Indicate the structure of your business (Corporation, LLC, etc.). You can select ‘Other’ if you don’t yet have a company started.
- Choose the date for your coverage to start.
- Ensure you select a minimum of $1,000,000 General Liability Coverage.
- Complete the Business Basics fields and follow the prompts to receive your quote.
- Remember, quotes from Hiscox are valid for 30 days, and they offer assistance via chat and phone round the clock.
Timesheets and Expense Reports: These must be submitted by 9 AM on Monday mornings. Adherence to this deadline is crucial for maintaining our commitment to clients and for the timely processing of invoices. Please note the following late fee policy:
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- A late submission beyond the deadline will incur a fee.
- Starting from Tuesday, a $100 late fee will be applied.
- An additional $50 fee will be charged for each day beyond the initial late period.
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Security Requirements
- Drug Test Required Yes
- Drug Test Recency -
- Background Check Required Yes
- Background Check Recency -
Safety Equipment Required
- 1.Standard PPE (Safety shoes, glasses, ear protection)
- 2.Lock out / Tag out
Key Information
- Start date 08/18/2025
- Estimated end date11/18/2025
- # People needed 1
- Shift Variable
- Planned hours per day8
- Planned days per week 5
Bill Rates
- Base Rate (per hour) $ 56.00
- OT Rate (per hour) $ 84.00
- DT Rate (per hour) $ 112.00
Expenses
- Expenses are not reimbursed
Work Public Documents
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