Controls Technician Jobs in Florida
Controls Technician jobs in Florida are in strong demand, concentrated in industrial automation, building systems, manufacturing, and utility infrastructure, with openings at every level from entry-level field technicians through senior controls engineers. The heaviest hiring is in Tampa, Orlando, and Jacksonville, where companies like Siemens, Honeywell, and Emerson have established operations and recurring needs for qualified technicians. PLC programming, SCADA systems, and HVAC controls are consistently the most sought-after specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About the Role
This position is on-site in Miramar, FL. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship.
Phiston Technologies designs and builds high-security data destruction equipment, including shredders, disintegrators and degaussers, used by government agencies, Fortune 500 data centers and defense contractors. We’re looking for a hands-on Electrical & Controls Test Technician to join our Engineering team.
You’ll set up, run and document engineering tests on new and modified Phiston machines. You’ll work directly with our engineers to wire prototype controls, build test rigs and report whether designs are ready for production. You’ll report to our Director of Engineering.
What You’ll Do
- Wire and modify prototype control panels and harnesses from schematics and engineering redlines
- Install and configure PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors and safety interlocks; load trial programs from engineering and verify I/O and safety functions
- Build test rigs, fixtures and data acquisition setups
- Run tests to written plans: performance, throughput, endurance, thermal and pre-compliance
- Troubleshoot control, power and communication faults, and perform root-cause analysis on failures
- Record test data and setups, and write test reports against the test plan
- Mark up as-built drawings and help draft assembly, test and service procedures
- Follow lockout/tagout, NFPA 70E and lab safety practices
What You Bring
- Associate degree or technical certificate in electronics or electrical engineering technology, or equivalent military training
- 3+ years in an R&D, test lab, controls or industrial equipment role
- Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams and ladder logic
- Working knowledge of PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens or similar), VFDs, and 120/240/480 V AC and 24 V DC circuits
- Skilled with electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters) and hand and crimping tools
- Accurate record-keeping, clear written reports and Excel
Bonus Points
- Experience testing shredding or other high-torque industrial machinery
- Data acquisition experience (LabVIEW, DAQ systems, data loggers)
- Familiarity with UL 508A, NFPA 79 or IEC 60204-1
- NFPA 70E or OSHA 10/30 certification
Work Environment
- R&D lab and production floor with noise, dust and moving machinery
- Work on energized equipment up to 480 V AC, lithium-ion batteries, and dust and shredded particulate
- Lift up to 50 lb, stand for long periods, and kneel and reach inside cabinets and machines; normal color vision required. Reasonable accommodations are available.
- Travel 0–10%
- Long tests may require scheduled after-hours or weekend check-ins, paid as hours worked
- Company-paid safety orientation, lockout/tagout and NFPA 70E training
Why Phiston
- Hands-on work on the machines we build, from first prototype to production
- Direct collaboration with our engineering team
- Overtime-eligible hourly pay with company-paid safety training
Phiston Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, physical ability, mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, sex, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
Pay: $32.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Have you wired or modified industrial control panels from electrical schematics?
- Have you verified PLC I/O and safety functions (e-stops, interlocks, guards) on a machine after a program was loaded?
Work Location: In person
About the Role
This position is on-site in Miramar, FL. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship.
Phiston Technologies designs and builds high-security data destruction equipment, including shredders, disintegrators and degaussers, used by government agencies, Fortune 500 data centers and defense contractors. We’re looking for a hands-on Electrical & Controls Test Technician to join our Engineering team.
You’ll set up, run and document engineering tests on new and modified Phiston machines. You’ll work directly with our engineers to wire prototype controls, build test rigs and report whether designs are ready for production. You’ll report to our Director of Engineering.
What You’ll Do
- Wire and modify prototype control panels and harnesses from schematics and engineering redlines
- Install and configure PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors and safety interlocks; load trial programs from engineering and verify I/O and safety functions
- Build test rigs, fixtures and data acquisition setups
- Run tests to written plans: performance, throughput, endurance, thermal and pre-compliance
- Troubleshoot control, power and communication faults, and perform root-cause analysis on failures
- Record test data and setups, and write test reports against the test plan
- Mark up as-built drawings and help draft assembly, test and service procedures
- Follow lockout/tagout, NFPA 70E and lab safety practices
What You Bring
- Associate degree or technical certificate in electronics or electrical engineering technology, or equivalent military training
- 3+ years in an R&D, test lab, controls or industrial equipment role
- Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams and ladder logic
- Working knowledge of PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens or similar), VFDs, and 120/240/480 V AC and 24 V DC circuits
- Skilled with electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters) and hand and crimping tools
- Accurate record-keeping, clear written reports and Excel
Bonus Points
- Experience testing shredding or other high-torque industrial machinery
- Data acquisition experience (LabVIEW, DAQ systems, data loggers)
- Familiarity with UL 508A, NFPA 79 or IEC 60204-1
- NFPA 70E or OSHA 10/30 certification
Work Environment
- R&D lab and production floor with noise, dust and moving machinery
- Work on energized equipment up to 480 V AC, lithium-ion batteries, and dust and shredded particulate
- Lift up to 50 lb, stand for long periods, and kneel and reach inside cabinets and machines; normal color vision required. Reasonable accommodations are available.
- Travel 0–10%
- Long tests may require scheduled after-hours or weekend check-ins, paid as hours worked
- Company-paid safety orientation, lockout/tagout and NFPA 70E training
Why Phiston
- Hands-on work on the machines we build, from first prototype to production
- Direct collaboration with our engineering team
- Overtime-eligible hourly pay with company-paid safety training
Phiston Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, physical ability, mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, sex, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
Pay: $32.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Have you wired or modified industrial control panels from electrical schematics?
- Have you verified PLC I/O and safety functions (e-stops, interlocks, guards) on a machine after a program was loaded?
Work Location: In person
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What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in controls technician jobs across Florida.
- Hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLCs
- Familiarity with SCADA systems and HMI configuration in industrial or utility environments
- Associate degree or higher in electrical, electromechanical, or controls technology
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, and control panel drawings
- Knowledge of NEC standards and low-voltage electrical systems common in Florida facilities
- Journeyman Electrician license or Florida electrical contractor registration preferred by many employers
Controls Technician Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a controls technician in Florida?
The most direct path is completing an associate degree or technical certificate in electrical technology, industrial automation, or mechatronics at a Florida college, then gaining field experience with PLCs and control systems. Florida does not issue a dedicated controls technician license, but many employers require or strongly prefer candidates who hold a Florida Journeyman Electrician license issued through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Certifications from vendors like Rockwell Automation also carry weight with Florida employers.
Which companies hire controls technicians in Florida?
Employers hiring controls technicians in Florida right now include Jobot, Blue Origin, and NextEra Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Florida's mix of manufacturing plants, utilities, commercial construction, and theme park infrastructure creates consistent demand from both national firms and regional systems integrators.
Which Florida cities have the most controls technician jobs?
Tampa, Orlando, and Jacksonville have the most controls technician openings in Florida. Tampa and Orlando lead because of their concentration of manufacturing facilities, large commercial construction projects, and major industrial employers, while Jacksonville's port operations and growing logistics and manufacturing sector drive steady demand in the northeast part of the state.
Are there remote controls technician jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they're rare. Controls technician work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring on-site access to panels, PLCs, and equipment, which limits remote options significantly. About 0% of controls technician openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve system design, programming review, or technical support roles rather than field installation or commissioning work.
How can I get hired as a controls technician in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is an apprenticeship or entry-level field technician role through a Florida electrical contractor or systems integrator that handles building automation or industrial controls. Companies like Siemens and Honeywell run technical development programs that recruit candidates from Florida community college programs. Starting as an electrical apprentice, maintenance technician, or HVAC service technician gives you hands-on time with control systems. Earning a Rockwell Automation or Siemens PLC certification while in school gives candidates a concrete edge.
Where can I find and apply to controls technician jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to controls technician jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings updated regularly. Search by city or specialty to see the roles that match your background, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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