Controls Technician (Provo) USA - Provo UT

Dandy; Provo, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dandy is hiring a Controls Technician in Provo, Utah, to maintain automation equipment and support manufacturing operations. You will work with automation engineers to calibrate, repair, and test controls, and to program software for equipment operation.

The role requires PLC troubleshooting, pneumatic system knowledge, and strong safety practices, including PPE and lockout/tagout. Night shift is 6pm–6am, Wednesday to Saturday, with occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a controls technician/engineer.
• Experience with setting up / troubleshooting pneumatic systems.
• Basic understanding of PLC troubleshooting and programming.
• Understanding of basic safety protocols, including proper use of PPE and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds, work within a confined space, climb ladders, and perform other physical tasks for multiple hours/day.
• Ability to work occasional overtime/weekends as needed to support production goals and equipment shutdowns.
• A self-driven individual with a desire and ability to work under minimal supervision.
• A curious mind with a need to “get to the bottom” of issues and improvement opportunities.
• Demonstrated proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding the English language.

Responsibilities

• Work with automation engineers to create and implement programs and processes to optimize equipment efficiency.
• Manage and perform equipment calibration, repairs, preventive maintenance, and testing.
• Perform basic programming and installation of new and existing software required for equipment operations.
• Work within the SCADA system, look for opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Work with machine HMIs to improve/troubleshoot processes

Skills

Controls systems

Pneumatic systems

PLC troubleshooting

Safety protocols

Manual handling

Tools

SCADA

HMI

PLC programming

Job description

Dandy is transforming the massive and antiquated dental industry—an industry worth over $400B. Backed by some of the world’s leading venture capital firms, we’re on an ambitious mission to simplify and modernize every function of the dental practice through technology. As we expand our reach globally, Dandy is building the operating system for dental offices around the world—empowering clinicians and their teams with technology, innovation, and world-class support to achieve more for their practices, their people, and their patients.

About the Role

Dandy is hiring an experienced Controls Technician to join our rapidly growing venture-backed company. In this role, you’ll oversee the maintenance and functionality of automation equipment controls and other controls systems as needed. This is an opportunity to work with custom, cutting‑edge automation technology in a manufacturing environment.

Shift

Night shift from 6pm -6am Wednesday - Saturday rotating shift.

What You'll Do

Work with automation engineers to create and implement programs and processes to optimize equipment efficiency

Manage and perform equipment calibration, repairs, preventive maintenance, and testing

Perform basic programming and installation of new and existing software required for equipment operations

Work within the SCADA system, look for opportunities for continuous improvement

Work with machine HMIs to improve/troubleshoot processes

What We're Looking For

Significant experience as a controls technician/engineer

Experience with setting up / troubleshooting pneumatic systems

Basic understanding of PLC troubleshooting and programming

Understanding of basic safety protocols, including proper use of PPE and Lockout/Tagout procedures

Ability to lift 50+ pounds, work within a confined space, climb ladders, and perform other physical tasks for multiple hours/day

Ability to work occasional overtime/weekends as needed to support production goals and equipment shutdowns

A self-driven individual with a desire and ability to work under minimal supervision

A curious mind with a need to “get to the bottom” of issues and improvement opportunities

Demonstrated proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding the English language

Bonus Points For

Manufacturing experience, preferably in a maintenance or controls role

For full‑time positions, Dandy offers a wide range of best‑in‑class, comprehensive, and inclusive benefits tailored to each country where we operate. Our local benefits packages typically include healthcare, dental, mental health support, parental planning resources, retirement savings options, and generous paid time off—ensuring our team members are supported no matter where they live and work.

Dandy is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity to win as one. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Dandy also fully complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are dedicated to embracing challenges and creating an accessible, inclusive workplace for all individuals. If you require any accommodations for your interview or have any questions beforehand, rest assured that we will do everything we can to meet your needs. Visit Dandy Careers for more!

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