• Electrical Controls Technician

    Aerotek (Conley, GA)


    Job Title: Electrical Controls Technician

    Job Description

    We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical Controls Specialist to join our distribution team. This role is responsible for designing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing electrical control systems that support warehouse automation, material-handling equipment, and facility operations. The Electrical Controls Specialist will play a key role in ensuring system reliability, minimizing downtime, and driving efficiency across the distribution network.

    Responsibilities

    + Design, install, and maintain electrical control systems for conveyors, sorters, forklifts, and automated equipment.

    + Troubleshoot and repair PLCs, motor controls, sensors, and other electrical components.

    + Program, configure, and optimize PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems to improve performance.

    + Conduct regular inspections and preventative maintenance on electrical systems to ensure compliance and safety.

    + Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to prioritize urgent repairs and system upgrades.

    + Maintain accurate documentation of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system configurations.

    + Support facility expansion projects by designing and implementing new control systems.

    + Respond to emergency breakdowns and provide technical support to minimize downtime.

    + Recommend improvements to enhance energy efficiency, reliability, and automation capabilities.

    Essential Skills

    + 3+ years of experience in electrical controls, preferably in a distribution or manufacturing environment.

    + Strong knowledge of PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar).

    + Experience with motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and industrial automation systems.

    + Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical manuals.

    + Familiarity with OSHA, NFPA, and other safety standards.

    + Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

    + Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a strong and stable company where you can work in a great team environment, offering opportunities to enhance your skills and grow professionally.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work environment is busy and non-climate controlled, requiring adaptability and focus in dynamic conditions.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Conley, GA.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $66560.00 - $83200.00/yr.

    Competitive pay:

    Medical, dental, and vision coverage:

    401(k) retirement plan:

    Paid time off: Vacation, holidays, sick leave, and personal days.

    Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) & health savings accounts (HSAs):

    Disability coverage:

    Life and accident insurance:

    Employee discounts:

    Parental and family leave:

    Career growth opportunities:

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Conley,GA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 2, 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.