• Controls Technician

    Aerotek (Dallas, TX)


    Job Title: Automation Controls Technician

    Job Description

    The Automation Controls Technician plays a crucial role in maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance in fulfillment centers by providing proactive controls, automation, and technical support. Responsibilities include troubleshooting complex control systems, analyzing performance metrics, driving continuous improvement initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize MHE systems, and implementing innovative projects using state-of-the-art technology such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, and SCADA devices/programs.

    Responsibilities

    + Troubleshoot and resolve issues with complex control systems.

    + Analyze performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.

    + Drive continuous improvement initiatives for operational efficiency.

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize MHE systems.

    + Implement innovative projects using advanced technologies like conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, and SCADA devices/programs.

    Essential Skills

    + Associates degree in PLC programming or 2+ years of equivalent professional experience.

    + Experience with PLC-controlled automation and issue diagnosis in a continuous process or production environment.

    + Experience with robotics work cells and their control systems.

    + Proficiency in Ladder Logic and structure programming from Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys PLCs.

    + Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + 1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience.

    + 1+ years of working with computers and Microsoft Office products.

    + 2+ years of conducting predictive and preventative maintenance procedures.

    + 2+ years of repairing MHE, automated conveyor systems, or related mechanical/controls equipment.

    + 2+ years of experience reading blueprints and electrical schematics.

    + 2+ years of demonstrating safety standards.

    + 1+ years of troubleshooting and diagnostics of MHE.

    + High school or equivalent diploma.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a forward-thinking company with direct placement and comprehensive benefits, including stock options. Gain valuable training and experience in a cutting-edge facility with the opportunity to learn the unique methodologies of a leading industry player.

     

    Work Environment

     

    This position is located in a brand-new, highly automated facility with robotic components. Performance will be tracked by data and numbers to ensure expectations are met, but without micromanagement. Candidates must be open to working any 12-hour shift, with options for day or night shifts from Sunday to Wednesday or Wednesday to Saturday. Relocation assistance is offered.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Dallas, TX.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $108000.00 - $118000.00/yr.

     

    Full Amazon benefits

    Medical, dental, 401k, Amazon stock

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 27, 2026.

    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.