• Controls Technician

    Actalent (Grand Rapids, MI)


    Job Title: Controls TechnicianJob Description

     

    This is a 12-month contract-to-hire position for a Controls Technician that will transition into an engineering role. The successful candidate will work closely with controls engineers to grow into this new role. We are looking for someone with 2-3 years of industry experience, ideally currently working as a controls technician.

    Responsibilities

    + Actively work with 3 phase 480-volt power, 120 VAC, and 24-volt systems.

    + Perform electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on HVAC systems.

    + Operate both personal and company vehicles, maintaining a clean driving record.

    + Demonstrate familiarity with PLC systems, ideally Niagra, but any type is acceptable.

    + Travel to and from the Grand Rapids home base to Benton Harbor, Kalamazoo, and surrounding areas, staying overnight on rare occasions.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in a service role with skills in HVAC/facility PLC systems.

    + Proficiency with 3 phase 480-volt power, 120 VAC, and 24-volt systems.

    + Clean driving record.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) degree is a plus.

    + Certifications such as OSHA 10 or 30.

    + Experience with Johnson Controls CCT programming.

    + Familiarity with Tridium Niagra N4/JCI Metasys.

    + Certifications in JCI, Siemens, Metasys, Tridium.

    Work Environment

    The position's home base will be in Grand Rapids, with frequent travel to Benton Harbor and Kalamazoo locations. The candidate will return home each night, with only occasional overnight stays required. The role includes a company car, gas card, hardware, and tools; however, candidates must provide their own steel-toe boots. The position offers 10 days of paid time off and 6 holidays.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, Michigan.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 Grand Rapids,MI.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 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.