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Gehl Food & Beverage

Controls, Automation & Electrical Technician | 1st Shift

Pay: $35.50/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Germantown, MD (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/22/2026

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What they do

A Controls or Valve Technician monitors and repairs gas gauges, pressure valves, and thermostats on manufacturing equipment or machinery.

$70,818 / year median in Maryland

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Description:

Now Hiring:

Controls, Automation & Electrical Technician | 1st

Shift Schedule:

6:00AM•6:00PM |

Alternative Work Schedule Pay:

$35.50 (+ based on experience) Why join our team? ? Need cash before payday? We've got you covered with on demand pay Quarterly bonuses (based on team achievement and up to 6% of wages) Full benefits package•medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match Generous PTO & holidays Growth opportunities to expand skillsets and enhance career Amazing team & culture focused on: Communication | Community | Wellness |

Employee Activities Other Benefits & Programs We Offer:

Full-time & stable hours•no seasonal cuts! Referral bonus program Tuition reimbursement HSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution Perks at Work•discounts on shopping, travel & more Proven continued business growth for future opportunities What You'll Do Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and robotic systems. Diagnose and repair electrical wiring, sensors, and instrumentation. Support automation upgrades, commissioning, and continuous improvement. Ensure documentation accuracy and compliance with safety and FDA standards.

Requirements:

What You'll Need 2+ years in industrial automation, controls, or electrical systems. PLC programming/troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley preferred). Experience with instrumentation, schematics, and motion control. Strong safety focus and teamwork mindset.

Bonus:

Experience with Beckhoff, Fanuc, or vision systems.