Job Title: Control Panel Technician / Fabricator
Job Description
This role focuses on the physical assembly, wiring, and testing of industrial control panels used in applications such as oil and gas, chemical plants, and custom automation projects. You will build control panels to detailed prints and schematics, including layout and mounting of components, wiring all devices, installing completed panels onto equipment, and performing thorough testing to ensure safe and reliable operation.
Position would be a direct hire.
Responsibilities
Dimension and lay out back panels and enclosures according to drawings and specifications.
Mount electrical and control components securely on back panels and within enclosures.
Route and bundle wires and cables neatly to meet established wiring and workmanship standards.
Perform point-to-point wiring of relays, control devices, PLCs, I/O modules, variable frequency drives (VFDs), interfaces, and instrumentation.
Carry out mechanical, electrical, and basic network installation of control systems as required.
Troubleshoot control panels to identify and correct wiring errors, component issues, and other functional problems.
Maintain accurate red-line markups of drawings to reflect all changes made during fabrication.
Communicate red-line changes clearly to the Manufacturing Manager or appropriate team member for revision before job completion.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support panel fabrication and system integration.
Essential Skills
Minimum 2 years of experience in control panel fabrication, panel building, or closely related electrical assembly work.
Proven ability to perform point-to-point wiring and mechanical assembly of control panels and cabinets.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.
Working knowledge of PLC hardware, including Allen-Bradley PLC assembly.
Solid understanding of electrical theory and terminology relevant to industrial control systems.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
Effective interpersonal skills and a positive, can-do attitude when working with others.
Ability to meet deadlines and manage workload in a production environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with panel building, panel wiring, and panel assembly in an industrial setting.
Hands-on experience with PLC panels and cabinet fabrication.
Familiarity with routing, bundling, and terminating control wiring to industry standards.
Comfort working with mechanical assembly tasks associated with mounting and installing control equipment.
Ability to perform basic troubleshooting of control circuits and components.
Why Work Here?
You will join a small, close-knit production team where your contributions are visible and valued. The role offers a temp-to-hire path, providing an opportunity to grow into a long-term position with stable, consistent hours. You will work in a climate-controlled environment and benefit from a manageable workload that occasionally includes overtime, allowing you to increase your earnings while maintaining work-life balance.
Work Environment
This position is based in a fabrication shop focused on building PLC control panels and cabinets. The production area is climate controlled and staffed by a small team of approximately eight employees, creating a collaborative and focused work setting. Core hours are 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a typical schedule of around 40 hours per week and occasional Saturday work when needed. The team is currently working some 10-hour days to support overtime requirements. A standard lunch break is scheduled from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The work involves hands-on mechanical and electrical assembly using tools and equipment common to control panel fabrication, including working with PLC hardware, wiring tools, and test equipment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plano, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 Plano,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 23, 2026.
About Aerotek
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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:
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):
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