Controls Technician – PLC / Automation – Milwaukee, WI

Join a Midwest Leader in Industrial and Municipal Fluid Handling

Electric Pump, a division of Vesco Holding Company, is seeking a skilled Controls Technician to join our Milwaukee-area team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a company with over 60 years of expertise in pumping systems, automation, and controls across water, wastewater, and industrial markets.

Position Details:

• Title: Controls Technician (PLC/SCADA)
• Location: Milwaukee, WI
• Salary: $35.00 – $45.00/hr.
• Type: Full-Time | Field-Based

Company Snapshot:

• Founded in 1958
• 105 Employees | 5+ Regional Service Locations
• Subsidiaries include Pumpcon and Startnet Technologies
• Industries served: Water, Wastewater, Industrial, Municipal, Environmental
• Manufacturer Partners: Schneider Electric, Allen Bradley, Flygt, Pentair, Netzsch

What You’ll Do:

• Upload/download and configure PLC programs (primarily Allen Bradley)
• Troubleshoot hardware/software issues on automation systems and control panels
• Modify existing code to improve functionality and optimize performance
• Perform installations, maintenance, and emergency repairs on controls systems
• Service equipment including VFDs, PLCs, SCADA, and various station panels
• Interpret wiring schematics and ladder diagrams
• Perform basic mechanical repairs (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic)
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergency field service

What You Bring:

• 2+ years of experience as a Controls Technician or in a related PLC/automation role
• Hands-on experience with Allen Bradley PLCs (required)
• Strong troubleshooting skills in both hardware and software
• Ability to work independently and in the field
• Basic understanding of electric meters and material handling equipment
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the Milwaukee area

What’s Offered:

• Competitive hourly pay: $35.00 – $45.00/hr.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• 2 Weeks of Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays
• Opportunity for future bonus eligibility

Ready to put your PLC expertise to work at a company that values long-term growth, autonomy, and customer-focused service? Apply now to join a well-established team in a high-impact technical role!