Controls Technician -2nd shift

Trenton, TN, 1465 Industrial Park Drive, Trenton, Tennessee, United States of America

Posted Monday, January 12, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, Mac Lean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission‑critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 1,600 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety.

Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate nine production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers.

At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.

Works with Controls team in the automation, programming, and repair of mechanical equipment.

• Basic knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, Servos, Ethernet and Communication systems, and Robots
• Basic troubleshooting of Pneumatic, Hydraulic, AC/DC electrical systems,

Robots, PLCs, HIMs, VFDs, Servos, Ethernet/Communication systems and ladder logic.

• Assist in installing and setup of field devices such as lasers, proximity switches, pressure switches, directional control valves, AC/DC motors, etc.
• Assist panel building and wiring, routing and tying cables, drilling/tapping holes, and building junction boxes
• Robot trouble shooting and horming.
• Upload, download, and get online with PLCs.
• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately
• Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Applicable education and 0-2 years’ experience with Controls and Mechanical engineering
• Computer skills, familiar with Microsoft office and related programs.
• Understanding of Pneumatic, Hydraulic, and AC/DC electrical systems and how to troubleshoot them.
• Ability to read and understand blueprint/schematic drawings and ladder logic.
• Good writing and communication skills
• Willingness to learn

Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. Mac Lean Power, LLC has a long‑standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment.

Mac Lean Power, LLC believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status. All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre‑employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.