Controls Technician - Co-op

Specialty Granules, Inc. • Blue Ridge Summit, PA • 3h ago

Reference #: 24509 Company Introduction: Over 90 years of quality products and superior service.

Job Summary: Start Date: February 2026

SUMMARY The Controls Technician Co-op is designed to provide students with hands-on experience in the industrial controls field. This co-op position will allow students to work directly with plant control systems, gaining experience in troubleshooting, maintenance, and project implementation. The candidate will play an active role in electrical safety and training, supporting the plant's instrumentation and electrical teams. This role is ideal for a self-motivated individual with strong communication skills and a passion for technology.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Assist with troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining plant electrical and controls equipment.

Support the installation and demolition of electrical systems throughout the plant

Assist with maintaining and updating plant systems, including logic and PLC programs.

Manage and document system software changes, ensuring all affected employees are informed of updates.

Adheres to safety standards and regulations, keeping equipment in an electrically safe condition.

Participate in the installation of new improvement projects across the plant.

Perform other miscellaneous tasks as assigned.

Level Based Competencies

Adaptability

Technical/Professional Knowledge & Skills

Safety Focus

Communication

Managing Relationships

Planning and Organizing

Continuous Improvement

Execution

Work Standards

Technical knowledge/skills

Assist with basic analysis, documentation, and design support for electrical and control system projects.

Help prepare materials and learn about the process of capital request preparation and project installations.

Shadow senior technicians during the start-up, checkout, debugging, and installation of electrical systems.

Support process evaluation efforts and provide assistance with minor equipment modifications under supervision.

Gain exposure to the fundamentals of PLC programs, including assisting with basic maintenance tasks and switch installations.

Education/Experience Currently enrolled in a high school technical program, with coursework or hands-on experience in industrial technology, electrical systems, or automation.

Dimensions No. of direct reports: 0 No. of indirect reports: 0 Budget Responsibility: None Travel Requirements: Plant based, no travel Working Conditions: hot, cold, dusty, dirty Physical Requirements: must be able to bend, stoop, climb ladders, work at heights, and be able to lift up to 50lbs.

At Specialty Granules LLC , we believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions.

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit). If you are currently an SGI employee, please do not apply here. Please apply through the "Jobs Hub" section, which can be accessed under your Apps in Workday.

SGI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of our recruitment and hiring process, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. SGI complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

At Specialty Granules LLC , we believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions.

Specialty Granules LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit).

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