• Controls Technician

    Actalent (Newark, NJ)


    Job Title: Controls Technician

    Job Description

    The Controls Technician role is focused on delivering mission-critical Building Management System (BMS) service projects across Northern & Central New Jersey. Candidates must operate independently at a high level, leading troubleshooting, programming, commissioning, and integration tasks in live data center and other mission critical environments.

    Responsibilities

    + Lead troubleshooting, programming, commissioning, and integration tasks in live data center environments.

    + Independently troubleshoot and commission BMS, SCADA, and PLC systems.

    + Interpret and apply mechanical drawings and control schematics.

    + Engage with customers, providing strong communication in live project environments.

    + Set up and commission new pieces of equipment in existing sites, including setting up points, graphics, and history.

    Essential Skills

    + 4+ years of hands-on experience in BMS, SCADA, PLCs, or HVAC controls.

    + Proficiency in at least one of the following: Allen Bradley PLC, Ignition SCADA, or Wonderware SCADA.

    + Solid grounding in HVAC systems, control sequences, and integration strategies.

    + Ability to travel, both locally and out of state.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Strong customer-facing communication skills.

    + Experience in field service and controls, including PLC programming and troubleshooting.

    Work Environment

    Travel from home to project sites is considered a commute if less than 30 miles, with mileage reimbursement offered for extensive travel between sites. Work is primarily conducted on construction and service sites, focusing on installation without heavy-duty lifting.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $40.86 - $57.69/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 Newark,NJ.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.