Job Title: Controls Technician
Job Description

The Controls Technician will be responsible for supporting industrial projects in the Kalamazoo and Benton Harbor areas. In this role, you will be crucial in installing, starting up, troubleshooting, and maintaining commercial building automation systems. You will collaborate with controls engineers to resolve project issues, troubleshoot equipment and wiring diagrams to identify and address problems, and interact with clients to understand their needs. Additionally, you will install new controllers, sensors, relays, and other components as required. You will also assist with system commissioning and must feel comfortable working around 3-phase, 480V power.

ResponsibilitiesWork with the Control engineer to solve any issues on the projectTroubleshoot equipment and wiringRead mechanical drawings and control submittalsFollow electrical diagramsTroubleshoot HVAC and electrical issuesWork around 3-phase 480V power, 120 VAC, and 24 Volt VACInteract with clients to interpret their needs and requirements and represent the company in the fieldCollaborate with project managers and installation teams to complete projects on time and within budgetModify programs created by the control engineer to match conditions in the space to ensure proper operationCooperate and communicate effectively with construction managers, customers, and other project participants to provide assistance and technical supportPerform and document system commissioning and sequential testingMust be willing to travel to service our customers in our three offices in Kalamazoo, Benton Harbor, and St. Joseph areasEssential SkillsExperience with PLC troubleshooting (Honeywell, Siemens, Johnson Controls)Proven experience managing multiple projectsNiagara certificationHVAC experience (ability to read MEP drawings and electrical prints)Experience working in the field with customersElectrical experiencePLC programmingSchematic readingJohnson Controls experienceAdditional Skills & QualificationsElectrical Engineering DegreeExperience with Johnson Controls PLCsStrong problem-solving skillsWork Environment

You will be traveling to client sites for the majority of your day and will be provided with a company car, cellphone, laptop, and credit card. The schedule is Monday to Friday, Day Shift, 8 hours per day. During the summer, you will work four 10-hour days and have every Friday off. The rest of the year, you will work a normal Monday to Friday schedule, 40 hours a week, with very little to no overtime. Benefits include 10 days of PTO, 6 paid holidays, and access to Udemy after 6 months.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.76/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 Portage,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 7, 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.

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