Automation Controls Technician

Akkodis group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking an Automation Controls Technician for a full-time position in the Dallas area. The role involves troubleshooting PLCs and assisting in system start-ups, requiring strong industrial automation skills and experience with Siemens systems. The technician will work closely with engineering teams and participate in maintenance efforts to ensure efficient operations.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of industrial automation experience in a manufacturing or logistics setting.
• Working knowledge of Siemens PLCs (S7-1200/1500) and TIA Portal.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and perform advanced ladder logic troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Support troubleshooting of PLC, HMI, sensor, and I/O faults across Siemens-based systems.
• Assist with system start-up, debug, and minor program edits.
• Provide hands-on support during downtime events and production escalations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical schematics reading

Ladder logic troubleshooting

Team mentorship

Industrial safety practices

Education

2–4 years industrial automation experience

Tools

Siemens PLCs

TIA Portal

Job description

Akkodis is seeking an Automation Controls Technician for a direct hire / full-time position with a client in Forney, Texas (Dallas, Texas area).

Rate Range:$30.00/hour to $35.00/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Automation Controls Technician job responsibilities include:

• Support troubleshooting of PLC, HMI, sensor, and I/O faults across Siemens-based systems (TIA Portal).

• Assist with system start-up, debug, and minor program edits in coordination with vendors and engineers.

• Help maintain controls documentation, including backups and wiring updates.

• Provide hands-on support during downtime events and production escalations.

• Coordinate with engineering and production teams to implement upgrades and improvements.

• Participate in preventive maintenance and reliability improvement efforts for automation systems.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2–4 years of industrial automation experience in a manufacturing or logistics setting.

• Working knowledge of Siemens PLCs (S7-1200/1500) and TIA Portal.

• Ability to read electrical schematics and perform advanced ladder logic troubleshooting.

• Train and mentor junior techs and maintenance team members on controls troubleshooting and safe electrical practices.

• Familiarity with industrial safety practices, including LOTO and safe electrical work.

• Willingness to work cross-shift or on-call during installations and critical events.

• Experience with robotic systems, AGVs, or conveyor controls

PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED

• Familiarity with SCADA/MES layer integration

• Basic proficiency in Python or structured text (ST) programming

If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.akkodis.com/en/privacy-policy.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

· The California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $30.00 to $35.00 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.akkodis.com/en/us/candidate-privacy-policy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance