Industrial (CNC) Controls Technician

Komatsu America Corp.; Longview (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Komatsu America Corp. in Longview, TX, seeks an Industrial Controls Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, instrumentation, and control systems that support CNC machinery.

The ideal candidate will diagnose complex issues, read schematics, and work with PLCs and VFDs. Safety-focused, mechanically inclined professionals who can work with limited supervision are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Technical certificate or degree in Instrumentation, Electrical Maintenance, Industrial Controls, or related field.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting CNC machine tools; Electronics/Process Controls experience considered.
• Experience with CNC equipment from major manufacturers.
• Experience with industrial control platforms including Siemens, Fanuc, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, ABB, PLCs, and VFDs.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical documentation, blueprints, and schematics.
• Must provide personal hand tools (company supplies some tools).
• Must complete pre-employment testing (aptitude, drug screening, physical).

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, instrumentation, and control systems on CNC machinery.
• Diagnose and resolve complex machine and process issues using root-cause analysis.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, machine prints, control diagrams, and HVAC/docs.
• Follow safety standards and risk assessments in all tasks.
• Support mechanical repairs including ball screws, spindles, bearings, axis scales, conveyors, alignment.
• Work with CNC controls, PLCs, VFDs, relay logic, and industrial automation equipment.
• Document machine conditions and propose corrective actions.
• Collaborate with operations/maintenance with minimal supervision.
• Perform physically demanding tasks (kneeling, climbing, heights up to 40 ft).

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical safety

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Instrumentation/Electrical/Industrial Controls certificate or degree

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Fanuc PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Mitsubishi PLCs

ABB/VFDs

CNC equipment (Giddings & Lewis, Gleason, Okuma...)

Job description

Job Location (Short): Longview, Texas, USA, 75603

Requisition ID: 36313

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

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Job Overview

Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available
Komatsu is seeking a skilled Industrial Controls Technician to join our team in Longview, Texas. In this role, you will install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair the electrical, instrumentation, and control systems that support our CNC manufacturing equipment.

The ideal candidate is a safety-focused, mechanically inclined technician with experience diagnosing complex electrical and controls issues. You'll work independently and alongside a collaborative maintenance team to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.

This is a day shift position with occasional overtime, weekend, and holiday work as business needs require.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, instrumentation, and control systems on CNC machinery.
• Diagnose and resolve complex machine and process issues using a systematic troubleshooting approach, including root cause analysis.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, machine prints, control diagrams, fluid power drawings, and HVAC documentation.
• Perform safe work planning, risk assessments, and follow all electrical safety standards and company safety procedures.
• Support mechanical repairs involving ball screws, spindles, spindle bearings, axis scales, conveyors, machine leveling, and alignments.
• Work with CNC control systems, PLCs, variable frequency drives (VFDs), relay logic, and industrial automation equipment.
• Inspect equipment, document machine conditions, and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate effectively with operations and maintenance teams while working with minimal supervision.
• Safely perform work requiring kneeling, crawling, climbing, standing for extended periods, and working at heights up to 40 feet.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Technical certificate or degree in Instrumentation, Electrical Maintenance, Industrial Controls, or a related field preferred.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting CNC machine tools preferred; candidates with Electronics Technician or Process Controls Technician experience will also be considered.
• Experience with CNC equipment from manufacturers such as Giddings & Lewis, Gleason, Okuma, Daewoo-Puma, Bourn & Koch, OMV-Parpas, Palmary, Nicolas Correa, or similar.
• Experience with industrial control platforms including Siemens, Fanuc, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, ABB, PLCs, and variable frequency drives.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, instrumentation, industrial controls, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, blueprints, and schematics.
• Strong computer, communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with limited supervision.
• Must provide personal hand tools (minimum tool list provided). Company supplies specialty, large hand, and power tools.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing, including aptitude assessment, drug screening, and physical examination.

Additional Information

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions.We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose.We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people. Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world!