Electrical Maintenance Technician in Madison

Controls Technician - 1st Shift Job Details

Location: Madison, WI
Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: $29–$37/hour, depending on experience

We are seeking a Controls Technician to troubleshoot, maintain, and improve automated manufacturing equipment. This role is focused on PLCs, HMIs, industrial electrical systems, and control wiring.

• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and automated equipment
• Diagnose electrical and controls-related breakdowns
• Perform control wiring, repairs, and equipment modifications
• Read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Troubleshoot sensors, relays, motor controls, VFDs, and related components
• Support equipment installations and improvement projects

• 2+ years of industrial electrical, controls, automation, or maintenance experience
• Manufacturing experience
• Hands-on PLC troubleshooting experience
• HMI experience
• Ability to read electrical schematics
• Industrial wiring and electrical troubleshooting experience
• Technical schooling, apprenticeship, or related electrical/automation training

• Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLCs
• Studio 5000 or RSLogix
• Ladder logic
• VFDs and servo systems
• Motor controls
• Robotics

Ability to work around industrial equipment, climb ladders, use electrical/mechanical tools, and lift up to 60 lbs.