Controls Technician

Corrigan OSB LLC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plan

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Education benefits

Job summary

RoyOMartin is seeking a Controls Technician to install, troubleshoot, and maintain PLCs, HMIs, cameras, and control systems, ensuring safe and efficient operation across the plant. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, upgrades, and collaboration with electricians and engineers.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in electrical circuits, wiring, and panel building, with PLC/HMI proficiency and a safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and grow in a hands-on automation role.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associates degree or 2+ years related experience in electrical/automation.
• Strong knowledge of electrical circuits and components.
• Familiarity with wiring, panel building and schematics.
• Proficiency with PLCs and HMIs.
• Experience with automation systems, robotics, and control loops.
• Ability to diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and controls issues.
• Excellent safety and attendance record.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of lockout procedures and SDS usage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize automation and control systems (PLCs, HMIs, cameras) through troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain PLCs, HMIs, and control systems.
• Program and modify automation systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on automation and control equipment.
• Support system upgrades and process improvements.
• Collaborate with electricians and engineers to resolve issues.
• Document work and ensure safety compliance.
• Train electricians in control systems and troubleshooting.
• Maintain and troubleshoot camera systems to ensure functionality.
• Provide support to electrical and maintenance teams as needed.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

HMI proficiency

Electrical circuits

Wiring/panel building

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Associates degree in electrical/automation technology or related field

2+ years related work experience

Tools

Camera systems

Automation systems

Electrical schematics tools

Job description

Job Description: Controls Technician installs, troubleshoots, and maintains PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and control systems; supports automation reliability; assists with upgrades and troubleshooting; and ensures systems operate safely and efficiently.

Primary Responsibilities

• The controls technician is responsible for maintaining and optimizing automation and control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and camera systems, through troubleshooting, programming, preventive maintenance, team collaboration, technical training, and support for upgrades and compliance.
• IBiZ Now Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain PLCs, HMIs, and control systems.
• Program and modify automation systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on automation and control equipment.
• Support system upgrades and process improvements.
• Collaborate with electricians and engineers to resolve technical issues.
• Document work and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Train electricians in control systems, troubleshooting techniques, and best practices.
• Maintain and troubleshoot operational camera systems to ensure functionality.
• Provide additional support to the electrical and maintenance teams, addressing technical challenges as needed.

Job Experience

• A willingness to learn and grow is critical for this position.
• High school diploma or equivalency
• Associates degree or higher in electrical engineering technology, automation technology, or related field; or minimum of 2 years of equivalent work experience
• Understanding of electrical circuits and components
• Familiarity with wiring, panel building, and electric schematics
• Proficiency in PLCs and HMIs
• Experience with automation systems, robotics, and control loops
• Ability to diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and controls systems issues
• Outstanding safety and attendance records
• Possess excellent planning and organizational skills
• Understanding all lockout procedures and how to utilize a safety data sheet (SDS)

Behavioral Skills

• Behavioral skills are critical for determining success in a career.
• A proactive and positive approach to the safety of him/herself and others
• Ability to work independently and with others Lead by example approach
• Self-Motivated
• Detail orientation
• Prioritization skills
• Sense of urgency
• Can-do attitude
• Ability to problem solve

Benefits

Some of the benefits our team members enjoy include the following:

• Healthcare - Legacy Health & Wellness and Legacy Pharmacy Wellness Program Flexible Spending Account Additional Insurance Paid Time Off Retirement Chaplaincy Services Education

About RoyOMartin

At RoyOMartin, people are our number-one asset. We are committed to keeping them safe and supporting them as they learn and grow. There's just something unique about being in the people business: Our leaders are involved in daily operations and nurture personal relationships; our employees stick with us for the long term and appreciate our top-notch benefits, and we believe that everyone has the capacity to succeed. With superior product quality and outstanding customer service at the heart of our more than 1,200-person operation, RoyOMartin is proud to serve America's building industry. Through our Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification, customers can be assured that we responsibly source our raw materials from regional forests to produce 'Made in the U.S.A.' oriented strand board (OSB), plywood, timbers, and boards in safety-award-winning manufacturing environments. RoyOMartin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About RoyOMartin

At RoyOMartin, people are our number-one asset. We are committed to keeping them safe and supporting them as they learn and grow. There's just something unique about being in the people business: Our leaders are involved in daily operations and nurture personal relationships; our employees stick with us for the long term and appreciate our top-notch benefits, and we believe that everyone has the capacity to succeed. With superior product quality and outstanding customer service at the heart of our more than 1,200-person operation, RoyOMartin is proud to serve America's building industry. Through our Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification, customers can be assured that we responsibly source our raw materials from regional forests to produce 'Made in the U.S.A.' oriented strand board (OSB), plywood, timbers, and boards in safety-award-winning manufacturing environments. RoyOMartin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About RoyOMartin

At RoyOMartin, people are our number-one asset. We are committed to keeping them safe and supporting them as they learn and grow. There's just something unique about being in the people business: Our leaders are involved in daily operations and nurture personal relationships; our employees stick with us for the long term and appreciate our top-notch benefits, and we believe that everyone has the capacity to succeed. With superior product quality and outstanding customer service at the heart of our more than 1,200-person operation, RoyOMartin is proud to serve America's building industry. Through our Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification, customers can be assured that we responsibly source our raw materials from regional forests to produce 'Made in the U.S.A.' oriented strand board (OSB), plywood, timbers, and boards in safety-award-winning manufacturing environments. RoyOMartin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.