Controls Technician - Co-op

Over 90 years of quality products and superior service.

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.

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