Electrical Controls Technician

IMS Gear•Virginia Beach, VA

7d•$28 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

IMS Gear is seeking an Electrical Controls Technician to optimize manufacturing processes in an assigned production area, focusing on electrical controls and automation. Through hands-on equipment troubleshooting, continuous improvement initiatives, and machine performance management, this role improves efficiency, maintains high-quality standards, and supports operational goals and business success. The role involves programming, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical control systems, PLCs, robotic automation, and other production equipment. The technician also provides direct hands-on support for maintenance and production operations and may be called on during critical operations, equipment failures, or project commissioning phases. The position is split between an office and manufacturing plant environment. The plant may involve noise, machinery, and moving parts, requiring personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and slip-resistant safety-toe shoes.

Requirements

Associate degree, technical school graduation, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
3–5 years of experience in electrical automation and control systems within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in automated manufacturing systems.
Willingness to actively support maintenance activities, including troubleshooting, repairing, and installing production and automation equipment.

Nice To Haves

Electrical journeyman qualification.
Siemens PLC/HMI programming experience, including TIA Portal and Step 7.
Motoman and Epson SCARA robotics experience.
Knowledge of Keyence vision and inspection systems.

Responsibilities

Program, install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical control systems, PLCs, and robotic automation equipment.
Perform hands-on installation, repair, startup, commissioning, and optimization of production and automation machinery.
Troubleshoot electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Read and interpret electrical and pneumatic schematics.
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair sensors, vision/camera inspection systems, and other automated production equipment.
Provide direct hands-on technical support for maintenance activities and production operations.
Follow and reinforce applicable safety rules, policies, and procedures.
Provide on-call support during critical operations, equipment failures, or project commissioning phases.