Controls/PLC Technician

Randstad USA; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision coverage

PTO

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Randstad USA in Newnan, GA is seeking a Controls/PLC Technician to design cells, integrate automated equipment, and build, program, and commission PLC panels to support efficient facility operations.

The role requires hands-on PLC programming, ladder logic, panel building, electrical troubleshooting, and safety circuit integration, with a day shift and competitive hourly pay of $40–$45, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of controls or industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience with PLC programming and ladder logic troubleshooting.
• Panel building, electrical troubleshooting, and safety circuit integration.

Responsibilities

• Configure, program, and repair PLCs and robot controllers; build and troubleshoot PLC panels using ladder logic.
• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble machine controls, systems, and tools; perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Diagnose electrical circuits, safety circuits, air logic controls, and hydraulic systems; collaborate with engineers and production teams to maximize output.

Skills

PLC Maintenance

Configure PLCs

Troubleshooting Ladder Logic

Mechanical Maintenance

Electronic Maintenance

Panel Building

PLC programming

Electrical Maintenance

Safety Circuit Integration

Education

High School

Job description

Controls/PLC Technician

Location: Newnan, GA (Southwest Atlanta area)

Schedule: Day Shift (Mon–Fri, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM)

Pay: $40.00 – $45.00 / hour

About the Role

Join an industry-leading manufacturer with a strong workplace culture as a Controls Technician. In this role, you will help design cells, integrate automated equipment, and build, program, and commission PLC panels to support efficient facility operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Automation & PLCs: Configure, program, and repair PLCs and robot controllers; build and troubleshoot PLC panels using ladder logic.
• Maintenance & Repair: Disassemble, repair, and reassemble machine controls, systems, and tools; conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance.
• System Troubleshooting: Diagnose electrical circuits, safety circuits, air logic controls, and hydraulic systems (check valves, accumulators, flow/directional controls).
• Production Support: Collaborate with engineers and production teams to maximize output, analyze equipment issues, and train operators on equipment setup and servicing.

Qualifications

Required:

• 6+ years of controls or industrial maintenance experience
• Demonstrated experience with PLC programming and ladder logic troubleshooting
• Hands-on experience with panel building, electrical troubleshooting, and safety circuit integration

Preferred:

• Exposure to robotic systems
• Hydraulic and pneumatic system troubleshooting experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Pay: $40.00 – $45.00/hr
• Full Benefits: Including Health, Dental, and Vision coverage, PTO, and 401(k) with company match

Salary: $83,200 - $93,600 per year

Shift: First

Work Hours: 7 AM - 3:30 PM

Education: High School

Essential Functions

• working in a smoke free environment
• wearing steel toe shoes
• working in a non-temperature controlled environment
• manual lifting up to 40lbs
• standing for 8 hours at one time

Skills

• PLC Maintenance (3 years of experience is required)
• Configure PLCs (3 years of experience is required)
• Troubleshooting Ladder Logic (3 years of experience is required)
• Mechanical Maintenance
• Electronic Maintenance
• Panel Building (4 years of experience is required)
• PLC programming
• Electrical Maintenance (480V) (4 years of experience is required)
• Safety Circuit Integration

Qualifications (continued)

• Years of experience: 4 years
• Experience level: Experienced

Experience

• Experienced
• 4 years

Education

• High School

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.