Maintenance Technician

Actalent; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transit benefits

PTO

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Entry-Level PLC/Automation Technician in Stillwater, OK. The role focuses on maintaining and improving automated production equipment, reading schematics, and supporting robotics and pneumatic systems. It offers hands-on mentorship and growth within a safety‑driven team.

The position is fully onsite in Stillwater, with a contract-to-hire path and a pay range of $30–$35 per hour. This is ideal for recent graduates or technicians looking to grow in industrial automation.

Qualifications

• Must have a technical degree, certification, trade school training, or related hands-on experience.
• Basic knowledge of PLCs, industrial controls, or automated equipment is required.
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints is essential.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and automated systems.
• Assist with PLC programming and equipment improvements.
• Perform preventive maintenance on controls, sensors, and drives.
• Read electrical schematics, ladder logic, and technical drawings.
• Support robotics, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to maximize uptime.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Basic PLC knowledge

Willingness to learn

Education

Technical degree / certification / trade school

Job description

Job Description

PLC / Automation Technician (Entry Level)

Kickstart your career in automation and advanced manufacturing! We're looking for an Entry-Level PLC/Automation Technician to help maintain, troubleshoot, and improve automated production equipment.

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and automated systems.
• Assist with PLC programming and equipment improvements.
• Perform preventive maintenance on controls, sensors, and drives.
• Read electrical schematics, ladder logic, and technical drawings.
• Support robotics, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Work with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to maximize uptime.

Qualifications

• Technical degree, certification, trade school training, or related hands-on experience.
• Basic knowledge of PLCs, industrial controls, or automated equipment.
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and willingness to learn.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, robotics, CNC equipment, pneumatics, or hydraulics is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Hands-on training and mentorship.
• Exposure to PLCs, robotics, CNCs, and advanced automation.
• Strong career growth opportunities.
• Team-focused culture centered on safety and innovation.

Great opportunity for recent graduates, trade school students, or technicians looking to grow in industrial automation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Stillwater, OK.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Stillwater,OK.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.