Controls Technician

Job DetailsJob Location: Corcoran, MN - Corcoran, MN 55340Salary Range: $23.00 - $25.00 Hourly Join UCC Environmental, a leader in sustainable technology solutions: Looking for a career where your work has real impact? At H2K Technologies a UCC Environmental company, youll join a company built on solving complex industrial challenges while advancing sustainable solutions for air, water, and solids handling around the world. Were a privately held, family-owned business with more than a century of experience supporting mission-critical industries. Our teams work with utility power providers and heavy industrial customers globally, delivering innovative solutions in environmental compliance, material handling, and high-performance aftermarket technologies. At H2K Technologies a UCC Environmental company, youll collaborate with a diverse, global team that values technical expertise, problem-solving, and long-term customer relationships. With continued growth across North America, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific, we offer opportunities to contribute meaningfully to an expanding international business. H2K Technologies is located in Corcoran, Minnesota and is part of the larger UCC Environmental firm with their headquarters in Waukegan, Illinois. UCC owns and operates sales, manufacturing, assembly, and warehousing facilities across the United States, Canada, Germany, India, and China. If you're looking for a place where your ideas matter, your work has purpose, and your career can grow alongside a global organization, UCC Environmental could be the right fit! The ideal candidate will have demonstrated capabilities in collaborating with others to perform engineering tasks within a team environment. Work experience with a privately held company will be beneficial. Position Summary We are seeking a skilled Control Panel Construction Technician to build industrial control panels in accordance with H2K Technologies schematics while adhering to UL508A procedures and standards. This role is at our panel construction facility, with limited field service and startup support (typically fewer than 3-4 trips per year). This position requires strong attention to detail, electrical knowledge, and pride in clean, code compliant workmanship. This role offers a clear growth path for motivated individuals who wish to expand their skills into controls design, PLC programming, and system integration. Career Growth Opportunity High performing technicians will have the opportunity to advance into a Process Control Engineer role. This career path includes increased involvement in system design, PLC and HMI programming, controls architecture, field commissioning, and customer interaction. We are committed to supporting professional development through mentorship, project exposure, and technical training. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Panel Construction (Primary Responsibility) Assemble industrial control panels per H2K electrical schematics and layouts Layout back panels and enclosures for optimal component placement and wire routing Mount components including PLCs, drives, power supplies, relays, breakers, terminal blocks, and HMIs Perform point-to-point wiring per schematic Label wires and components per UL508A and company standards Drill, tap, cut, and modify enclosures as needed Verify torque specs and maintain documentation Perform quality checks and continuity testing Support UL508A inspection requirements and documentation Standards & Compliance Build panels in accordance with UL508A requirements Follow NEC and applicable local codes Maintain high standards of workmanship, labeling, and documentation Ensure all panels pass internal QC prior to shipment Limited Field Service & Startup Support (Less than 3-4 Trips/Year) Assist with onsite panel startups and commissioning Support troubleshooting of control systems Make minor wiring or programming adjustments under engineering direction Interface professionally with customers during service calls Provide clear documentation of field modifications All other duties as assigned. Education and Experience: 2+ years experience building industrial control panels, or A 2-year technical degree in Electrical/Process Control Technology, Mechatronics, or related field Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics AutoCAD experience a plus Working knowledge of UL508A requirements Strong understanding of industrial control components Characteristics and Skills: Mechanical and analytical aptitude and ability to use shop tools Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deal with ambiguity and competing priorities Excellent communication and presentation skills Motivated, with a focus on results High energy and commitment Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Proficient in CAD (AutoCAD products preferred). Essential Physical Abilities: Ability to sit or stand at a desk using a computer 80% of the time. Ability to accommodate varying work schedules. Ability to climb up and down stairs and ladders. Willingness to travel occasionally (less than 4 times/year) Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to work standing all day on a shop floor. Ability to utilize full manual dexterity (i.e. sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, lifting, walking, manipulating tools with limbs extended). Core Values and Beliefs Must be aligned with Core Values and Beliefs that drive UCCs existing corporate culture; People we trust and invest in our people, unlocking their full potential and they always come first Teamwork we respect others and create a collaborative working environment of inclusion and inspiration Integrity we are truthful and respectful to customers, employees, community and suppliers Customer Satisfaction we keep existing customers by delivering exceptional customer service Innovative we encourage resourceful problem solving in the face of adversity Compensation and Benefits: Base Pay Range: $23 to $25 per hour based on skills and experience Other Compensation: Overtime Eligibility for 1 ½ times per hour Insurance: Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Employee Assistance Programs and Voluntary Options such as Vision, HSA, FSA (Medical, Dental, Vision and Dependent Care), Accident, Identity Theft, Legal coverage Retirement: 401(k) with up to 4% company match, Pre-Tax and Roth Options, and discretionary Annual Profit-Sharing contribution Time Off: 10 days of Vacation, Vacation Purchase Plan up to 10 days purchased per year,5 days of Sick and 10 Holidays, Parental Leave, FMLA Miscellaneous: Student Debt Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement, Certification and License Reimbursement, Personalized Professional Development Plans and Career Path Options. How to Apply: If interested in this position, please apply online via our website at https://uccenvironmental.com/careers/and select Explore Current Openings to apply for this position online. UCC Environmental isan Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran. If you have difficulty applying for this job online, by e-mail, or need accommodations, please call us at 847-473-5900 and ask for Human Resources. Qualifications