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Controls Technician

Waco, TX · On-site

$26.75 - $35/hr

Controls Technician Shift: Monday - Friday; 7am - 3:30pm; will need to be flexible as some weekends ... Minimum Qualifications * 2-year Technical Degree/Certificate (Electrical/Electronic/Controls ...

Electronics Controls Technician

Rhinelander, WI · On-site

$29.25 - $38.50/hr

The Electronics Controls Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting ... Install, troubleshoot, and maintain complex electronic/electrical equipment, including ...

Electronics Controls Technician

Rhinelander, WI · On-site

$29.25 - $38.50/hr

The Electronics Controls Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting ... Install, troubleshoot, and maintain complex electronic/electrical equipment, including ...

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How much do electronic controls technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for electronic controls technician in the United States is $33.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $37.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Electronic Controls Technician vs Industrial Maintenance Technician?

AspectElectronic Controls TechnicianIndustrial Maintenance Technician
CertificationsElectronics or controls-related certifications, such as IPC certificationsGeneral maintenance certifications, such as HVAC or mechanical certifications
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, automation facilities, control panel assemblyFactories, equipment repair, machinery maintenance
Industry UsageAutomation, electronics, control systemsMechanical systems, equipment upkeep
Common Search/ComparisonElectronic Controls Technician vs Industrial Maintenance Technician

The Electronic Controls Technician primarily focuses on installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining electronic control systems and automation equipment. In contrast, the Industrial Maintenance Technician has a broader scope, including mechanical repairs and general equipment maintenance. Both roles are essential in manufacturing environments, but the Electronic Controls Technician specializes more in electronic and control systems, making their skills more specific to automation and electronics.

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Infographic showing various Electronic Controls Technician job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,662 per year, or $34 per hour.
Electronic Controls Technician

Electronic Controls Technician

National Beef

Saint Joseph, MO • On-site

$29 - $38.25/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

Electronic Controls Technician
Job Locations US-MO-St Joseph
Requisition ID 2026-5060 Position Type Regular Full-Time Category Maintenance
Overview

Find your future at National Beef!

Are you interested in working a full-time work week in only 3 Days, then National Beef Leathers of St. Joseph, Missouri, may have an opportunity for you! National Beef Leathers of St. Joseph, Missouri, is looking for a qualified professional to join our Maintenance Team as an Electronic Controls Technician. With competitive pay and benefits, safe and stable work, and an environment that is caring and supportive, National Beef Leathers could become your next career move!

Competitive Wages and Benefits:

    Health/Vision/Dental/Prescription
  • 401(k) with company match after 1 full year of employments
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid personal time
  • Paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Company paid life insurance and short term disability after 1 year of employment

3 days on, 3 days off - rotating 1st part of week and last part of week monthly

Responsibilities

Electronic Controls Technician responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Provide technical guidance to help support production throughput, efficiency, cost reduction and safety improvements
  • Provide detailed investigative reports to Electrical Supervisor containing what, when and root cause along with countermeasures on all equipment downtime exceeding 15 minutes
  • Responsible for the support of training objectives in the area of PLC and Controls to Maintenance Technicians
  • Assist with scheduling, preparation, installation, service parts inventory and maintenance of technical equipment beyond the scope of ordinary maintenance team members
  • Assist with the development of controls systems and procedures
  • Work with engineering team to document and standardize process improvements
  • Provide technical support to existing equipment
  • Assist with the collection and storage of all control parameter settings for plant equipment
  • Assist with the development of upgrade plans for obsolescent equipment controls
  • Improves existing control packages to become more reliable and production/maintenance friendly
  • Troubleshoot hardware and software issues
  • Assist with the maintenance of Electrical diagrams and any other documentation for all production equipment
  • Review daily shift maintenance work logs for issues and suggest and implements countermeasures
  • Maintenance support for daily production activities and general facilities maintenance
  • Perform electrical installations and repair using 480V to 24V
  • Troubleshoot and repair conveyor lines, Allen Bradley HMI units
  • Multi-task in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Other duties as assigned

This is a safety sensitive position. This position is on-site.

Qualifications

Qualified Candidates for the Electronic Controls Technician position should possess the following:

  • Solid experience and knowledge of PLC operations, functions and troubleshooting
  • Mechanical Systems
  • RSlinx
  • RS Logix 500
  • Studio 5000
  • AB Panel-view
  • Ignition
  • SCADA
  • Digital and Analog I/O
  • 24V to 480V Troubleshooting
  • Ability to communicate well with members of the maintenance and engineering team
  • Ability to read Electrical Prints
  • Must be available to work flexible hours (on call)

Qualified candidates for this position will be required to successfully complete the background check.

Must be at least 18 years of age or older.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

Company Overview

National Beef is a leader in producing fresh, chilled and further processed beef products for customers in the U.S. and worldwide. We offer a variety of employment opportunities in our production, packaging, and hide tanning facilities that stretch from the western plains to the east coast. We strive to be the preferred employer in every one of those communities, whether it's measured by the number of people employed or the good we do in the area. We invite you to join our family, wherever you call home.

National Beef is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, natural origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, or status as a disabled individual.


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