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Description

Who You’ll Work With

As a member of ControlTech Automation (CTA), a division of Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, you’ll be part of a team of expert engineers, technicians, and industry professionals. CTA is a control panel integrator and fabricator supporting industries nationwide. Our work spans from individual machines to complete plant systems, combining engineering design with precise panel fabrication and field service.

As a Field Service Technician, you'll serve as the frontline technical expert supporting customers with installations, troubleshooting, upgrades, and modifications of automation equipment and control systems.

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot, repair, and modify mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical control systems at customer sites

• Install, test, and commission new equipment, including supervising placement, verifying hookups, and performing system adjustments

• Perform on-site upgrades and retrofits, including assembling kits, integrating components, debugging, and updating documentation

• Train customer personnel on system operation, safety procedures, and preventive maintenance

• Provide remote technical support and diagnostics from your home office as needed

• Read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and system documentation

• Collaborate with internal teams to communicate field updates, redline prints, and support accurate documentation

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships while representing CTA with professionalism

• Maintain detailed service records and ensure project completion within quoted margins

• Comply with all safety standards, company policies, and UL specifications

• Travel frequently, including overnight stays, based on project location and customer needs

• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall customer and company success

What You’ll Bring

• Associate degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology or related field with 3+ years of relevant experience, or a high school diploma with 7+ years of hands-on experience in control systems or field service

• Strong working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems, including experience with PLCs

• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical prints and wiring diagrams

• Proficiency with diagnostic tools, basic hand and power tools, and panel shop equipment

• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and in a team environment

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support customer interactions and internal collaboration

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly by car and air

• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., move frequently, and work extended hours on-site in industrial environments

Travel: Up to 80%

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a culture built around teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to bring your control panel and field service expertise to a company that values quality and relationships, apply now and grow your career with ControlTech Automation.

Skills

Electrical, Troubleshooting, Assembly, Repair, Service, Hand tool, Blueprint, Field service, Preventive maintenance, Installation, Install, Schematic, Electronics, mechanical, construction

Top Skills Details

Electrical,Troubleshooting,Assembly,Repair,Service,Hand tool,Blueprint,Field service,Preventive maintenance,Installation,Install,Schematic,Electronics

Additional Skills & Qualifications

wiring/schematics/point to point wiring/terminations

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $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 Saint Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 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.