Electrical/Controls Technologist - 1st Shift - Locust Grove, GA

Renewal-By-Andersen; Locust Grove (GA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Plan

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

FSAs

HSA & HRA

Paid Time Off

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Career Growth

Job summary

Andersen Corporation is seeking an electrical/controls technical support team member to learn and contribute as a vital part of a technical group supporting plant production. You will collaborate with operations, maintenance, quality, and engineering to reduce downtime and test machine/process improvements.

After-hours on-call support may be required on a rotating basis. The role emphasizes problem-solving, documentation, and ability to work with Rockwell PLCs and automation systems in a

Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent combination of formalized technical education and experience.
• Experience within automation/electrical field and troubleshooting of process and machine automation.
• Strong problem-solving and process-improvement abilities.
• Ability to read electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical drawings.
• Interaction with Rockwell Automation PLCs and related software for minor edits.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot problems and perform root cause analysis with technical teams.
• Develop and implement improvements to machine and process issues.
• Provide technical support to engineers, maintenance, and operations.
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of the area.
• Minimize downtime through effective actions.
• Coach and train less experienced staff on technical topics.

Skills

2-year technical degree

Automation experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Rockwell PLCs

Reading electrical drawings

Team collaboration

On-call support (24/7)

Education

2-year technical degree or equivalent

Tools

Rockwell Automation PLCs

PLC software

Fanuc robotics

CNC

Job description

ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY:

At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. The possibility for our employees to achieve their full potential, for our communities to be stronger and for everyone to have a healthier, happier place to live. Our portfolio of brands — Andersen Windows & Doors, Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ — is crafted to serve customers across the new residential, home improvement and light commercial building sector. Join our more than 13,000 employees who are inspired every day to deliver exceptional experiences that turn possibility into reality.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY: Role in the electrical and controls technical support area. Primary focus is on learning to be and contributing as a key member of a technical team supporting plant production. This position will work with operations, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to resolve production downtime, identify root causes, and investigate, develop, and test machine and process improvements.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Troubleshoot problems and perform root cause analysis with other technical employees, suppliers, and external experts
• Develop and implement improvements to technical issues on machines and processes
• Ability to provide technical support and services to engineers, maintenance, and operations
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of the respective functional area
• Ensure work is performed in a manner that minimizes downtime
• Coach, guide, and train less experienced staff on technical topics
• Position may require after-hours (on-call) control system support for 24/7 production on a rotational basis

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent combination of formalized technical education and experience
• Experience within automation/electrical field
• Troubleshooting skills for process and machine automation problems
• Strong aptitude in process improvement and problem-solving
• Knowledge and ability to interact with Rockwell Automation PLCs and PLC software Opening programs, connecting online, online troubleshooting, Uploading, Downloading, making small programming changes and edits
• Must be able to read & interpret electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical drawings for equipment

NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Rockwell Automation motion control applications
• Fanuc robotics troubleshooting, maintaining, and minor modifications
• CNC application troubleshooting, programming, and maintaining

PAY RANGE:

$62,960.00 - $94,440.00

CULTURE AND BENEFITS:

• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Life Insurance Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities
• For employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement, some benefits may differ or may not be available based on the terms of the agreement.

PROFIT SHARING:

In 2026 Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $3,600 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit Sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.

EEOC EMPLOYER:

Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, participate in a job interview, or engage in any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.

There’s something meaningfully different about Andersen that makes us America’s most loved brand of windows and doors. We are real, optimistic, and intentional in the way we partner with each other and our customers. Everyone is welcome here, and everyone contributes to our success.