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Hiring E & I Technicians in Longmont, CO

Are you a hands-on problem solver with a passion for automation, electrical systems, and precision troubleshooting? We’re looking for an experienced **Electrical & Instrumentation (E & I) Technician** to keep our plant running smoothly. This is your chance to work with cutting-edge PLCs, controls, and instrumentation while contributing to a culture that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Pay:** **$44.47/hr + $3.00 differential for night shift

Shift** **: 1st or 3rd shift available

Job Description:

As an E & I Technician, you will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation equipment. You’ll work extensively with Allen Bradley PLC systems to troubleshoot, edit programs, and perform electrical repairs, while supporting plant-wide operations in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Job Responsibilities:

+ Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation equipment.

+ Work with Allen Bradley PLC systems for troubleshooting, program editing, and electrical repairs.

+ Operate and troubleshoot power distribution, Studio5000/Logix5000 hardware and software, drives, and motion control systems.

+ Handle FactoryTalk ME & SE, Ethernet/IP Control Network, and food manufacturing instrumentation.

+ Perform equipment changeovers and sanitation activities in compliance with GMP standards.

+ Improve and modify preventative maintenance activities as needed.

+ Maintain and properly operate electrical testing equipment.

+ Utilize drawings, prints, and manuals for equipment maintenance and repairs.

+ Coach and mentor technicians to build skills and knowledge.

+ Create documentation such as SOPs, Job Aids, and PM improvements.

+ Input and maintain accurate records and data using computer systems.

+ Maintain an electronic database of repair and maintenance activities.

Qualifications:

+ Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience with electrical systems, PLCs, motor/motion controls, SCADA, and instrumentation equipment in manufacturing.

+ Proficiency in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards and practices.

+ Strong experience with PLC troubleshooting, program editing, and maintenance.

+ Hands-on experience with electrical systems up to 480V.

+ Knowledge of VFDs and motor controls.

+ Proficiency in using hand tools and troubleshooting electrical systems.

+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.

+ Understanding of PLC programming, instrumentation, hydraulics, pneumatics, and automation systems.

Why Join Us?

+ Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

+ A company culture that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

+ Opportunities to work across the entire plant, gaining diverse experience and career growth potential.

Work Environment:

+ Fast-paced manufacturing facility.

+ Safety and quality are top priorities.

+ Requires comfort with being on your feet and working throughout the plant daily.

+ Involves maintenance responsibilities across all plant operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of LONGMONT, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $92497.00 - $97760.00/yr.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in LONGMONT,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 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.