Industrial Reliability & Controls Technician

Keep complex production lines humming. Tackle tough breakdowns. Build a smarter maintenance program. If this sounds like your kind of challenge, you’ll feel right at home here.

What your day looks like

• Own expert-level troubleshooting and repair (break/fix) plus rigorous preventive maintenance across industrial equipment.
• Observe machines in operation to pinpoint root causes, disassemble to access faulty components, inspect for wear or defects, adjust mechanisms and instruments, replace/repair parts, and verify performance with electrical and mechanical tests.
• Recondition and repair machine tools as needed.
• Partner with the Planner/Scheduler to refine and optimize PM tasks and intervals.
• Source parts, supplies, and repair items; evaluate alternatives to improve cost-effectiveness and equipment reliability.
• Independently execute maintenance work in line with industry standards.
• Set up and operate machining equipment (lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools) to fabricate/repair parts; perform welding as required.
• Maintain 5S discipline and strong housekeeping.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, applying CI tools to drive process enhancements and cost savings.
• Mentor lower-level technicians and contribute technical leadership to project teams; share expert knowledge through training.
• Diagnose complex control systems, resolving sophisticated software, hardware, and configuration issues.
• Use predictive technologies to capture equipment performance data, analyze trends, and recommend actions.
• Keep records current, review CMMS history, and analyze asset data to inform decisions.
• Pursue on-the-job training and self-study to advance your technical growth.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and technical instructions; practice strong situational awareness to identify hazards and unsafe behaviors.

What you bring

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Associate degree with a technical concentration and 5 years of related, industry-specific experience; or 7 years of industry experience.
• Hands-on experience with predictive technologies, precision alignments, and general maintenance of process equipment.
• Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and control systems; able to analyze issues, develop alternatives, and execute repairs.
• Comfortable using basic and specialized tools relevant to the trade.
• Background in vibration analysis or laser interferometer operation, precision alignments, and maintenance of process equipment.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Physical demands and work environment

This role regularly involves standing, walking, handling and feeling with hands/fingers, reaching, climbing/ascending/descending or balancing at heights with a ladder or lift, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling in confined spaces, along with clear verbal and auditory communication. Sitting occurs occasionally. You may occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Close and color vision are used regularly. You may occasionally encounter outdoor weather and risk of electrical shock. Work is typically performed in a factory setting that is usually very loud, with potential exposure to hazardous materials and greasy or slippery floors.

Compensation and benefits

ATS believes in fair and equitable pay. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. We also offer market leading benefit programs including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, PTO, a 401k retirement plans with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Pay Range:
$31.75 - $40.63 USD

You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Repair
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Industrial Electrical Experience
• Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

Equal Opportunity