Industrial Controls Technician I: Automation & Reliability

Stoughton Trailers Career; Stoughton (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Stoughton Trailers Career is hiring an Industrial Controls Technician I to support maintenance and improvement of automation and control systems in an industrial setting. You will work on PLC/HMI programs, troubleshoot electrical and control systems, and aid with documentation and backups under the supervision of engineering and maintenance teams.

The role emphasizes safety, ongoing training, and reliability improvements, with opportunities to grow into advanced controls or electrical leadership

Qualifications

• Ability to create, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs
• Ability to read and interpret electrical prints and schematics
• Willingness to learn advanced automation, control, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Basic computer and multimeter skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and accept feedback
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Basic math skills including fractions
• Willingness to participate in additional trade or technical education

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance and improvement of industrial automation and controls systems
• Maintain and troubleshoot PLC and control systems including 5 VAC to 600 VAC
• Calibrate, align, and repair equipment from electrical schematics and prints
• Assist with PLC and HMI program creation and backups
• Coordinate with maintenance, production, and engineering for reliability
• Support CMMS, inventory tracking, and documentation

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Electrical prints

Multi-meter usage

Strong communication

Math basics

Willingness to learn

Education

Two-year degree in Automation/Robotics/Controls/Electrical

NFPA 70E Certification

OSHA Certification

Job description

Stoughton Trailers Career is hiring an Industrial Controls Technician I to support maintenance and improvement of automation and control systems in an industrial setting. You will work on PLC/HMI programs, troubleshoot electrical and control systems, and aid with documentation and backups under the supervision of engineering and maintenance teams.

The role emphasizes safety, ongoing training, and reliability improvements, with opportunities to grow into advanced controls or electrical leadership