Industrial Controls Technician

Prime Metal Buildings & Components; Dublin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health insurance coverage

50% matching 401(k)

$25,000 life insurance policy

PTO after 1 year

8 paid holidays

Job summary

Prime Metal Buildings & Components is seeking a skilled Industrial Controls Technician to maintain and optimize control systems in their manufacturing operations located in Dublin, Texas.

The ideal candidate will possess over 3 years of experience in a heavy industrial setting, demonstrating proficiency with PLC programming and a strong commitment to safety. Benefits include full health insurance coverage, a matching 401(k), and paid time off after one year.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Controls or Automation Technician in heavy industrial manufacturing.
• Experience in metal fabrication or steel industry preferred.
• Ability to work independently and maintain a safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and fix electrical and control system failures on manufacturing equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting and minor programming on PLC systems.
• Execute scheduled inspections on VFDs and safety circuits.

Skills

Proficiency with PLCs

Strong knowledge of 480V 3-phase power

Experience with VFDs

Education

Associate degree in Industrial Electronics

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Job description

DEPARTMENT: Maintenance

LOCATION: Dublin, TX

PAY: Compensation Based on Experience

BENEFITS: Benefits include a full health insurance policy that is 100% covered by Prime, a 50% matching 401(k) package, and a $25,000 life insurance policy. Comprehensive dental, vision and supplemental life insurance options are also available. PTO is available after 1 year. 8 paid holidays.

SUMMARY: We are looking for a skilled Industrial Controls Technician to join our production team. In this role, you will be the primary technical expert responsible for the "brains" of our manufacturing floor. From high-speed roll-formers and plasma cutters to robotic welding lines, you will ensure our equipment stays online to produce high-quality pre‑fabricated metal buildings.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Troubleshoot & Repair: Diagnose and fix complex electrical and control system failures on roll-forming lines, overhead cranes, and CNC metal processing equipment.
• PLC/HMI Support: Perform online troubleshooting and minor programming edits on PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar) to optimize machine performance.
• Preventative Maintenance: Execute scheduled inspections on VFDs, servo motors, sensors, and safety circuits to prevent unplanned downtime.
• System Integration: Assist in the installation and commissioning of new automated machinery or modifications to existing machines.
• Schematic Mastery: Read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical blueprints to track down root causes of mechanical failures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: 3+ years of experience as a Controls or Automation Technician in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment (metal fabrication or steel industry experience is a major plus).
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency with PLCs (troubleshooting logic, not just monitoring).
  • Strong knowledge of 480V 3‑phase power, DC circuits, and control wiring.
  • Experience with VFDs, encoders, and proximity sensors.
• Education: Associate degree in Industrial Electronics, Mechatronics, or equivalent technical certification/military training.
• Soft Skills: A "safety‑first" mindset and the ability to work independently under the pressure of a live production schedule.

COMPETENCIES:

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self‑development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Comfort working at heights (overhead cranes) or in confined spaces around large machinery.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods of time.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50lbs regularly and up to 75lbs occasionally with assistance.
• Frequent use of hands and arms to handle materials, tools, and welding equipment and machines.
• Ability to kneel, crouch, climb, or work in awkward positions to complete work.
• Use of ladders or lifts.
• Exposure to welding fumes, bright light (arc flash), heat, sparks, and airborne particles.
• Everyday use of PPE.
• Climate conditions vary in production areas from hot in the summer to cold in the winter.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.