Controls Technician Jobs in Arizona
Controls Technician jobs in Arizona are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in advanced manufacturing, semiconductor fabrication, water and wastewater utilities, and building automation across entry-level through senior positions. Phoenix, Tucson, and Mesa lead hiring volume, supported by established employers such as Intel, Honeywell, and Veolia North America. The most sought-after specialties in Arizona are PLC programming, SCADA systems, and industrial instrumentation for both semiconductor and utilities sectors. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Lead Industrial Controls & Valve Automation Technician
Role snapshot
- Location: Chandler, AZ (field-based across AZ, CA, HI, NV)
- Travel: ~75%; extended multi-week assignments at customer sites
- Workweek: Mon–Fri, 8–10 hours/day + travel; 5–10 OT hours typical; variable start/finish
- Equipment: Company truck provided; relocation support may be available
Impact you’ll make
- Execute new installations, retrofits, and repairs for pressure, temperature, and differential transmitters and related process instrumentation—in the field and in our shop.
- Calibrate level/pressure/temperature transmitters to exacting standards.
- Triage and resolve issues with process control assets: MOVs, field instruments, and final control devices.
- Conduct MOV diagnostics; capture field measurements; engineer mounting hardware for actuator/valve interfaces.
- Design brackets and couplings for electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic actuator applications.
- Build customer relationships: promote service agreements, lead training, and solve problems collaboratively.
What you bring
- 5+ years in field service/instrumentation (power generation preferred) or equivalent electro-mechanical background.
- Proven calibration mastery for level, pressure, and temperature transmitters.
- Working knowledge of process controls and instrumentation systems.
- Electrical literacy across single/three phase, AC/DC; able to read schematics and troubleshoot efficiently.
- Expertise with electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic valve actuators.
- Valid driver’s license in good standing and a sustained excellent driving record.
Pay and perks
- Hourly range: $35.00–$40.00; actual pay considers internal equity, region, skills, experience, and role needs.
- Ownership and wealth-building: ESOP + Profit Sharing; 401(k) with company match.
- Time off: Generous PTO and 12 paid holidays.
- Health: Medical, Dental, Vision starting the first day of the month after hire; HSA (with employer contribution) and FSA.
- Protection and support: Company-paid life insurance (with buy-ups) and Short-Term Disability; EAP; wellness benefits; supplementary plans; pet insurance.
- Growth: Tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment match, and professional development.
- Tools: Company truck and the resources of a leading automation provider.
The work setting
- Sites range from indoor plants to outdoor facilities; noise is common; temperatures vary from extreme heat to extreme cold.
- Physical activities include confined space entry, working at heights, and routinely lifting/pushing/pulling/carrying up to 50 lbs.
Technologies and skills
- Industrial controls and measurement gauges
- Driver’s License; mechanical troubleshooting; electrical installation/repair/troubleshooting
- Industrial automation troubleshooting; precise field measurements; mechanical assembly
- Industrial electrical systems; excellent communication
About Caltrol
Caltrol is a trusted name in automation—delivering process control, valves, instrumentation, and reliability solutions. As an employee-owned organization based in Las Vegas with a multi-state footprint and international presence, we offer meaningful careers, supportive leadership, and a collaborative culture.
Required notices
You must have a valid driver's license in good standing and an excellent driving record. This is a safety-sensitive position. You are required to pass a pre-screen drug test that includes testing for marijuana, and will be subjected to random testing.
Caltrol is deeply committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is respected, treated fairly, and given equal opportunities to perform to their fullest potential. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees are critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Reasonable accommodation is available to candidates with disabilities, ensuring they can perform essential job functions effectively.
Additional note
The nature of the role may require responsibilities to change over time; new duties can be assigned with or without notice.
Apply and connect
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Lead Industrial Controls & Valve Automation Technician
Role snapshot
- Location: Chandler, AZ (field-based across AZ, CA, HI, NV)
- Travel: ~75%; extended multi-week assignments at customer sites
- Workweek: Mon–Fri, 8–10 hours/day + travel; 5–10 OT hours typical; variable start/finish
- Equipment: Company truck provided; relocation support may be available
Impact you’ll make
- Execute new installations, retrofits, and repairs for pressure, temperature, and differential transmitters and related process instrumentation—in the field and in our shop.
- Calibrate level/pressure/temperature transmitters to exacting standards.
- Triage and resolve issues with process control assets: MOVs, field instruments, and final control devices.
- Conduct MOV diagnostics; capture field measurements; engineer mounting hardware for actuator/valve interfaces.
- Design brackets and couplings for electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic actuator applications.
- Build customer relationships: promote service agreements, lead training, and solve problems collaboratively.
What you bring
- 5+ years in field service/instrumentation (power generation preferred) or equivalent electro-mechanical background.
- Proven calibration mastery for level, pressure, and temperature transmitters.
- Working knowledge of process controls and instrumentation systems.
- Electrical literacy across single/three phase, AC/DC; able to read schematics and troubleshoot efficiently.
- Expertise with electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic valve actuators.
- Valid driver’s license in good standing and a sustained excellent driving record.
Pay and perks
- Hourly range: $35.00–$40.00; actual pay considers internal equity, region, skills, experience, and role needs.
- Ownership and wealth-building: ESOP + Profit Sharing; 401(k) with company match.
- Time off: Generous PTO and 12 paid holidays.
- Health: Medical, Dental, Vision starting the first day of the month after hire; HSA (with employer contribution) and FSA.
- Protection and support: Company-paid life insurance (with buy-ups) and Short-Term Disability; EAP; wellness benefits; supplementary plans; pet insurance.
- Growth: Tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment match, and professional development.
- Tools: Company truck and the resources of a leading automation provider.
The work setting
- Sites range from indoor plants to outdoor facilities; noise is common; temperatures vary from extreme heat to extreme cold.
- Physical activities include confined space entry, working at heights, and routinely lifting/pushing/pulling/carrying up to 50 lbs.
Technologies and skills
- Industrial controls and measurement gauges
- Driver’s License; mechanical troubleshooting; electrical installation/repair/troubleshooting
- Industrial automation troubleshooting; precise field measurements; mechanical assembly
- Industrial electrical systems; excellent communication
About Caltrol
Caltrol is a trusted name in automation—delivering process control, valves, instrumentation, and reliability solutions. As an employee-owned organization based in Las Vegas with a multi-state footprint and international presence, we offer meaningful careers, supportive leadership, and a collaborative culture.
Required notices
You must have a valid driver's license in good standing and an excellent driving record. This is a safety-sensitive position. You are required to pass a pre-screen drug test that includes testing for marijuana, and will be subjected to random testing.
Caltrol is deeply committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is respected, treated fairly, and given equal opportunities to perform to their fullest potential. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees are critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Reasonable accommodation is available to candidates with disabilities, ensuring they can perform essential job functions effectively.
Additional note
The nature of the role may require responsibilities to change over time; new duties can be assigned with or without notice.
Apply and connect
Visit our Careers Page | LinkedIn | Glassdoor | Indeed
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Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Controls Technician Job Market in Arizona
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Government & Public Sector
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in controls technician jobs across Arizona.
- Associate degree or higher in electronics, instrumentation, or industrial automation technology
- Hands-on experience with PLCs such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Schneider Electric platforms
- Proficiency with SCADA systems and HMI configuration in industrial or utility environments
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control panel drawings
- Experience with instrumentation calibration, loop checks, and process control troubleshooting
- Valid Arizona driver's license and ability to travel to multiple facilities or job sites
Controls Technician Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a controls technician in Arizona?
Most Arizona employers expect at least an associate degree in electronics technology, instrumentation, or industrial automation from a program at institutions like Mesa Community College or Pima Community College. There is no single state-issued license required for the role, but certifications from ISA, such as the Certified Control Systems Technician credential, are widely recognized by Arizona employers. Semiconductor and utility employers often provide on-the-job training for candidates who enter with a solid technical foundation.
Which companies hire controls technicians in Arizona?
Employers hiring controls technicians in Arizona right now include MPSW, Abbott, and Caltrol, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, and water utility sectors generate particularly consistent demand, with large facilities in the Phoenix metro driving a significant share of openings.
Which Arizona cities have the most controls technician jobs?
Phoenix, Tempe, and Casa Grande have the most controls technician openings in Arizona. Phoenix and its suburbs dominate because of the concentration of semiconductor fabs, manufacturing plants, and large commercial building projects there, while Tucson adds steady demand through its defense contractors, utilities, and University of Arizona facilities management operations.
Are there remote controls technician jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Controls technician work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring technicians to be physically present to wire panels, calibrate instruments, and troubleshoot equipment on the floor. About 0% of controls technician openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to involve remote SCADA monitoring, programming support, or documentation work rather than field maintenance.
How can I get hired as a controls technician in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an electronics or instrumentation technician program at a Maricopa County Community College or Pima Community College and targeting maintenance technician or field technician roles, which frequently lead into controls-specific positions. Intel and Honeywell both hire entry-level technicians through structured training programs at their Arizona facilities. Earning an ISA student certification or building a portfolio of PLC ladder logic projects gives candidates a concrete edge over others applying without field hours.
Where can I find and apply to controls technician jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to controls technician jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings from employers actively hiring. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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