Industrial Controls & Electronic Technician

Hupp Electric Motors, Inc.; Marion, Northern (IA, KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Technical training

Job summary

Hupp Electric Motors, Inc. of Marion, Iowa seeks an Industrial Controls & Electronic Service Technician to diagnose, repair, test, and commission industrial electronics with a focus on VFDs and PLCs.

Role blends in-shop repair with field service at customer facilities, building and testing control panels to customer specifications. The ideal candidate will troubleshoot AC/DC drives, read schematics, and document repairs while maintaining safety standards on site and in the shop.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial electronics, controls, or related field.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, or automation equipment.
• Experience building and wiring control panels.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair AC/DC variable frequency drives.
• Diagnose, test, and repair PLCs and control systems.
• Install, commission, and troubleshoot equipment at customer sites.
• Read schematics, wiring diagrams, and manuals.
• Build and test industrial control panels to specs.
• Perform bench and functional testing of repaired equipment.
• Use multimeters, oscilloscopes, insulation testers for diagnostics.
• Document repairs and communicate status to customers.
• Follow safety procedures in shop and field.

Skills

Industrial electronics

VFDs & PLCs

Panel wiring

Schematic reading

Field service

Electrical testing

Driver's license

Heavy lifting

Education

Associate/technical degree in Industrial Electronics

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Insulation testers

Job description

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Full-time Regular Craftsman Marion, IA, US

Location: Hupp Electric Motors – Marion, Iowa
Job Type: Full-Time

About the Role

Hupp Electric Motors is seeking a skilled Industrial Controls & Electronic Service Technician to diagnose, repair, test, and commission industrial electronic equipment, with a primary focus on variable frequency drives (VFDs), PLCs, and related industrial control systems. This position combines in-shop repair work with field service at customer facilities and includes building, wiring, and testing industrial control panels to customer specifications. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex technical problems, takes pride in producing high-quality control panels, and is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair AC and DC variable frequency drives.
• Diagnose, test, and repair PLCs and industrial control systems.
• Install, commission, and troubleshoot equipment at customer sites.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Build, wire, label, and test industrial control panels from electrical schematics and customer specifications.
• Perform bench testing and functional testing of repaired equipment.
• Use electrical test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and insulation testers.
• Document repairs, findings, and recommendations accurately.
• Communicate professionally with customers regarding equipment issues and repair status.
• Follow all company and customer safety procedures while working in the shop and in the field.
• Assist with continuous improvement of repair processes and documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial electronics, controls, automation, or a related field.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, or industrial automation equipment.
• Experience building and wiring industrial control panels.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency with electronic test equipment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to customer locations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in industrial environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, ABB, Yaskawa, Mitsubishi, Schneider Electric, or similar industrial control products.
• Associate degree or technical training in Industrial Electronics, Electrical Technology, or a related field.
• Field service experience in manufacturing or industrial facilities.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Health and retirement benefits.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Ongoing technical training and professional development.
• A collaborative team environment with opportunities to grow your technical expertise.

Join Our Team

If you're an experienced industrial electronics technician who enjoys troubleshooting, building quality control panels, providing field service, and helping customers keep industrial operations running, we'd like to hear from you. Join Hupp Electric Motors and become part of a team committed to quality workmanship, technical excellence, and outstanding customer service.

Hupp offers competitive wages, pay depends on experience, and excellent benefits. 401(k), 401(k) company match up to 5%, Health, Dental, Vision, company paid disability, and life ins.

Saturday OT is paid at 2X and Sunday OT is paid at 2.5X.