Controls Maintenance Technicians; Shop, Field, Hybrid ...

Controls & Maintenance Technicians; Shop, Field, & Hybrid CNC & Automation) Locations: Brighton, MI (In-Shop Controls/Maintenance) Brighton, MI (Field Service - In house training; then 80% travel domestic after training) Webberville, MI (Controls / CNC & Automation Maintenance) Employment Type: Full-Time | Long-Term Career Opportunities Compensation: $28-$36/hr (Maintenance Controls/Mechanical - Brighton) $25-$35/hr (Field Service Technician - Brighton | Travel Role) Up to $36/hr (Controls Hybrid CN & Automation Maintenance - Webberville) Introduction Express Employment Professionals is hiring for three controls-focused maintenance opportunities across Brighton and Webberville supporting advanced manufacturing, CNC operations, and automation environments. These roles are ideal for technicians with PLC, CNC controls, electrical troubleshooting, and automation experience who want to work in environments ranging from hands-on shop maintenance to national field service and advanced robotics/controls engineering. Position #1 — Maintenance Controls/Mechanical Technician (In-Shop) Location: Brighton, MIShift: 1st Shift | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PMPay: $28-$36/hr (based on experience) Position Summary: Direct Hire Support machine shop operations with a strong focus on CNC controls, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance in a production environment. Key Responsibilities Troubleshoot equipment control systems and CNC machines Read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics and ladder logic Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repairs Document repairs, PMs, and parts usage using CMMS Identify root causes of recurring issues and implement corrective actions Perform preventative maintenance and lockout/tagout procedures Support continuous improvement and workplace safety initiatives Qualifications Experience with Fanuc, Mitsubishi, and Siemens controls Knowledge of 120/208/480V systems Machinery rigging, leveling, and alignment knowledge Strong troubleshooting and communication skills Ability to work overtime as needed Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k) Position #2 — Field Service Technician (CNC Woodworking Equipment) Location: Brighton, MI (Travel Role)Shift: 1st Shift | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PMTravel: Up to 80% domestic travel (company Sprinter van provided)Pay: $25-$35/hr (based on experience) About the Role: Evaluation to Hire Join a growing service team supporting installation, commissioning, and repair of CNC woodworking machinery nationwide. Key Responsibilities Install and commission CNC woodworking equipment Support: CNC machine centers (flat table, pod & rail, bore & insert) Panel saws and edge banders Provide customer training on new equipment Perform diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance Calibrate and return machines to service Complete detailed field service reports Provide high-level customer technical support Qualifications 2+ years installing/maintaining CNC or industrial machinery Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills Strong communication and customer-facing ability Ability to travel nationally and lift up to 75 lbs Experience with commissioning and customer training preferred Position #3 — Controls Engineer / Hybrid CNC & Automation Maintenance Technician Location: Webberville, MIShift: 1st or 2nd ShiftPay: Up to $36/hr Position Summary: Open to Evaluation or Direct Hire Hands-on controls and automation role supporting PLC systems, robotics, and production equipment reliability. Key Responsibilities Troubleshoot and program PLC & HMI systems Siemens S7 / TIA Portal Allen-Bradley ControlLogix & CompactLogix Support Fanuc & ABB robotic systems Modify automation programs to improve uptime and efficiency Assist maintenance with root cause analysis and equipment failures Maintain documentation for controls, schematics, and robotics Support preventative maintenance and reliability initiatives Qualifications 3+ years industrial controls experience PLC programming & troubleshooting (Siemens + Allen-Bradley) Robotics experience (Fanuc and/or ABB) Understanding of VFDs, sensors, safety circuits Ability to read electrical schematics and ladder logic Associate/Bachelor’s in Electrical/Automation OR equivalent experience Why Apply with Express: Multiple controls career paths: shop, field, and automation engineering Advanced manufacturing and CNC environments Growth potential into senior controls, automation, and engineering roles Competitive pay and long-term stability: direct hire or evaluation to hire Apply Today! Submit your resume to this posting or contact:Dio Rodriguez @ Express Employment ProfessionalsCall/Text: (517) 546-5627 Step into a controls-driven career and help power the next generation of manufacturing, automation, and CNC technology. #ControlsTechnician #AutomationJobs #MaintenanceCareers #PLCProgramming #ManufacturingJobs #NowHiring

Created: 2026-02-17