Electrical Controls Technician

Prism Electric; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Accident and Hospital Indemnity Insu

Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance

401K with Company Match

PTO

Paid Holidays

Referral Bonus Program

Electrical Schooling paid for with

Job summary

Prism Electric, Inc. is seeking a Controls Technician to join our Garland, TX team. This role focuses on interpreting electrical drawings, understanding controls schematics and relay logic, and troubleshooting both low and high voltage controls in industrial settings.

You will work with PLC I/O, VFD systems, and instrumentation devices, including fiber optics, and may need to lay out conduit and cable trays. The position requires physical work and potential overtime to support project timelines.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings and symbols.
• Experience with PLC input/outputs and relay logic.
• Experience troubleshooting low/high voltage controls.
• Experience with VFDs and parameter adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret electrical drawings and symbols.
• Troubleshoot and maintain low/high voltage controls, PLC I/Os, relay logic.
• Troubleshoot and adjust parameters on VFDs.
• Evaluate production problems and propose solutions.
• Work in tight spaces and varied conditions with PPE.
• Install instrumentation devices and fiber optics, and manage terminations.
• Lay out, thread and run rigid conduit; cable tray layout and installation.

Skills

Electrical drawings

Controls schematics

PLC logic

VFD troubleshooting

Industrial troubleshooting

Job description

Controls Technician– Prism Electric

Join a Team That Powers Progress

Prism Electric is one of the most successful open-shop electrical contractors in the region, proudly serving Texas and Oklahoma. Headquartered in Garland, Prism has built a reputation for excellence in every area of electrical construction from design-build projects to large-scale industrial, commercial, government, and institutional developments. Our success is powered by our people. With world-class technical experts, long-standing industry relationships, and a commitment to innovation, Prism Electric continues to deliver exceptional results and drive the future of electrical construction. When you join Prism, you’re not just building projects, you’re building a career with one of the industry’s most respected teams.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to read and understand a variety of electrical drawings and navigate via understanding of electrical symbols.
• Understanding of controls schematics, ladder diagrams, and relay logic.
• Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot low and high voltage controls and understanding of PLC input/outputs, terminology, software, relay logic, current paths, and electrical components.
• Ability to troubleshoot and navigate and adjust parameters on VFD’s.
• Evaluate problems in an industrial/manufacturing environment and recommend possible solutions.
• Ability to work in tight confined spaces or elevated areas.
• Working knowledge of instrumentation devices such as O2 sensors, controls devices, and fiber optics installation/terminations.
• Lay out, thread and run ridged conduit.
• Cable tray layout and installation.

The job requires working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, and rain. Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses always), respirator when required. Able to work 8 -10 hours per day, 40 hours per week, and overtime as required and night shifts. Includes crawling, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, sitting, reaching, able to routinely lift heavy objects more than 50 pounds and pushing and pulling of objects is required. Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Accident and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Referral Bonus Program
• Electrical Schooling paid for with other educational opportunities available

Our people are the heart of our mission. We live by our core values: Character First, Total Accountability, Performance Culture, and a Winning Attitude. These aren’t just words—they’re the foundation of how we work, grow, and succeed together. Whether you’re just starting out or bringing years of experience, Prism offers a place to thrive, contribute, and make a real impact. Come build something extraordinary with us.

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Prism Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Prism Electric considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other legally protected class. Prism’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all aspects of employment.