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Job Title: Automation & Controls Technician** **Job Description

Join a leading industry company in Auburndale, FL as an Automation & Controls Technician. Be part of a growing team within the maintenance and automation department, where you will build and maintain vital systems.

Responsibilities

+ Perform advanced maintenance on mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

+ Wire and troubleshoot Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).

+ Troubleshoot low and high-voltage systems.

+ Install and maintain electrical control panels and wiring systems.

+ Diagnose and repair motors, drives, and relays.

+ Repair components requiring welding, plumbing, or fabrication.

+ Replace high-load components such as bearings, shafts, and actuators.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in electrical and controls systems.

+ Experience in PLC programming and automation troubleshooting.

+ Hands-on experience with VFDs and PLC wiring.

+ Ability to diagnose and repair motors, drives, and relays.

+ Experience with electrical control systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Leadership skills and experience.

+ Networking and controls systems expertise.

+ Documentation skills.

+ Experience with CapX projects.

+ Knowledge of ladder logic, conveyors, and sensors.

+ Preventative maintenance experience.

+ Relay logic knowledge.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k match, and prorated PTO. Benefit from 13 paid holidays and participate in company events within an international company setting.

Work Environment

Work in a non-climate controlled automated manufacturing and distribution environment. Be prepared to work 1st and 2nd shifts, with training on the 1st shift. Shift times are 5am to 1:30pm and 1:30pm to 10pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Auburndale, FL.

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 Auburndale,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 22, 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.