Electrical Controls Technician

Aerotek; United States; Remote; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Electrical Controls Technician for field work in the Southwest Houston area. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical control systems at water wells, water plants, and wastewater facilities, traveling to customer sites and working independently with customers.

A company truck is provided and overtime opportunities exist. Responsibilities include installing and servicing control panels, VFDs, instrumentation, and PLC/SCADA equipment, reading schematics, and

Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting electrical control panels in field environments.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Proficiency with VFDs, wiring, and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites to troubleshoot and repair electrical control systems.
• Install and service control panels, VFDs, transmitters, and flowmeters.
• Document work using mobile apps with timely records.
• Interface with customers professionally in the field.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Field service

Panel wiring

VFD installation

SCADA systems

Instrumentation

Networking basics

IT cabling

Customer interaction

Tools

PLC/SCADA equipment

Control panels

VFDs

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Controls Technician

Job Description

This field-based Electrical Controls Technician role supports the Southwest Houston territory, traveling to customer sites to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical control systems for water wells, water plants, and wastewater facilities. You will install and service control panels, VFDs, instrumentation, and PLC/SCADA-related equipment while working independently in the field and interacting professionally with customers. A company truck is provided, and the position offers consistent full-time hours with opportunities for overtime.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites throughout the Southwest Houston area to troubleshoot and repair electrical control systems for water wells, water plants, lift stations, and wastewater facilities.
• Diagnose issues in control panels, wiring, instrumentation, and field communications using strong electrical troubleshooting techniques.
• Perform safe and accurate electrical work, including conduit installation, wiring terminations, and circuit testing.
• Install new electrical control panels, variable frequency drives (VFDs), transmitters, and flowmeters according to specifications and electrical schematics.
• Assist with the installation, maintenance, and support of PLC and SCADA-related equipment and associated networking technologies.
• Perform electrical panel installation and conduit bending as needed for new and existing systems.
• Use basic IT cabling skills to support control and communication networks within water and wastewater facilities.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams to plan and complete work accurately.
• Document all work performed using company mobile applications or software, ensuring accurate and timely records.
• Interface with customers on-site in a professional and courteous manner, clearly explaining work performed and system status.
• Maintain the company vehicle, tools, and equipment in a clean, safe, and professional condition.
• Respond to occasional after-hours service calls as needed to support customer operations.
• Work safely around pumps, lift stations, wells, and water plants, including climbing, lifting, and working in varying weather conditions.
• Collaborate with internal teams as needed during occasional office-based mornings while remaining primarily field-focused.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience troubleshooting electrical control panels in field environments.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting for control panels, wiring, instrumentation, and field communications.
• Experience with control panel wiring, including terminations and circuit testing.
• Ability to perform conduit work and conduit bending safely and accurately.
• Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs), including installation and basic troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of instrumentation and controls, including transmitters and flowmeters.
• Familiarity with PLC maintenance and SCADA systems in industrial or utility settings.
• Basic understanding of networking technologies related to control and automation systems.
• Basic IT cabling experience for control and communication systems.
• Experience with electrical panel installation in industrial or utility environments.
• Ability to document work using mobile apps or software, with training provided as needed.
• Capability to lift, climb, and work safely around pumps, lift stations, wells, and water plants.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with customers professionally.
• Comfort working independently in the field with minimal supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in water plants, lift stations, wells, or wastewater treatment facilities.
• Background in field service or industrial maintenance environments.
• Exposure to advanced control systems, automation, and SCADA platforms.
• Familiarity with maintaining company vehicles and tools in a professional condition.
• Willingness to participate in occasional after-hours service calls.
• Interest in learning and growing technical skills in controls, automation, and SCADA.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization with a strong reputation in the Texas water industry, offering stability and long-term career potential. The culture emphasizes family-oriented values where hard work is recognized and appreciated. You will have the opportunity to learn advanced control systems, automation, and SCADA, expanding your technical expertise over time. A company truck is provided for field work, and you will enjoy consistent full-time hours with opportunities for overtime. The benefits package is competitive, including a 401(k) with company match, health insurance, and paid time off. The hybrid structure, with only 12 mornings per week in the office and the remainder in the field, supports a balanced mix of independence and team connection.

Work Environment

This is a first-shift role, typically working from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional overtime based on field service calls. Service coverage includes Jackson County and surrounding areas, with work performed primarily at water plants, lift stations, wells, and wastewater facilities. The position is largely field-based and requires working in varying weather conditions and around pumps and other mechanical equipment. The role follows a hybrid structure, with occasional office time 12 mornings per week, and the remainder spent in the field. A company truck is provided for travel to customer sites, and the work environment emphasizes independent field work combined with regular customer interaction. Occasional after-hours service calls may be required to support critical operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Edna, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $72800.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Edna,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.