Automation & Controls Technician Apprentice (Mechatronics)

Innotec; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid college coursework

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Profit sharing

401(k)

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

Innotec invites you to start a technical career through a paid full-time apprenticeship. You’ll gain hands-on experience in automation, robotics, electrical systems, and industrial maintenance while taking company-paid coursework at GRCC.

No four-year degree required; you’ll learn from experienced technicians and engineers and have clear career growth opportunities within an ESOP-owned company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; minimum age 18; authorized to work in the United States.
• Interest in technology, machinery, robotics, or automation; willingness to learn.
• Commitment to completing apprenticeship coursework and on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining and troubleshooting automated equipment.
• Support machinery installations and process improvements.
• Participate in preventive maintenance activities.
• Learn to read electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Work alongside experienced technicians and engineers.
• Complete apprenticeship coursework and training requirements.
• Apply new skills in a real manufacturing environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Technical curiosity

Hands-on learner

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Reading electrical schematics

Industrial maintenance tools

PLC basics

Job description

Description

Start Your Technical Career with Innotec

Looking for a career instead of just a job?

At Innotec, you'll earn a full-time paycheck while learning the skills needed to become an Automation & Controls Technician. Through hands-on experience, mentorship, and company-paid coursework through Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC), you'll build a foundation in automation, robotics, electrical systems, and industrial maintenance.

This program is designed for people who enjoy working with technology, solving problems, and learning how things work. No four-year degree required.

Why Join Innotec?

• Full-time paid position from day one
• Company-paid coursework through GRCC
• Learn valuable technical skills with no student debt
• Work with automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technology
• Hands-on training from experienced technicians and engineers
• Clear career growth opportunities
• Employee-owned company (ESOP)
• Competitive pay and benefits

What You'll Learn

• Throughout the apprenticeship, you'll receive training in:
• Industrial automation systems
• PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Electrical controls and industrial electricity
• Robotics and manufacturing technology
• Mechanical systems and power transmission
• Pneumatics and fluid power systems
• Equipment maintenance and repair
• Technical troubleshooting and problem solving

What You'll Do

• Assist with maintaining and troubleshooting automated equipment
• Support machinery installations and process improvements
• Participate in preventive maintenance activities
• Learn to read electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Work alongside experienced technicians and engineers
• Complete apprenticeship coursework and training requirements
• Apply new skills in a real manufacturing environment

Requirements

What We're Looking For

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 18 years old
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in technology
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills
• Commitment to completing apprenticeship coursework

Bonus Points For

• Manufacturing experience
• Automotive, mechanical, electrical, or technical hobbies
• Vocational or technical education experience
• Experience working with tools or equipment

You'll Be Successful If You

• Like figuring out how things work
• Enjoy hands-on learning
• Have a strong work ethic
• Ask questions and want to keep learning
• Enjoy solving problems
• Are interested in technology, machinery, robotics, or automation

Benefits

• Company-paid college coursework
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• Profit sharing
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Health benefits
• Long-term career opportunities

Build skills. Launch your career.