Controls Technician Jobs in Illinois

Controls Technician jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Hodgkins, and North Chicago and other Illinois metros, with employers like Cummins, AbbVie, and Rush University Medical Center hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles287+
Top employerCummins
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring114
Work type97% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Runwise
Lead Building Controls Technician
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Runwise
Added 1w ago
Lead Building Controls Technician
Runwise
Chicago, Illinois
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
$35 - $50/hr
On-Site
None

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Sealed Air
Quality Control Technician
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Added 2w ago
Quality Control Technician
Sealed Air
Romeoville, Illinois
Quality Control
$22 - $23/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Jobot
Controls Technician
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Jobot
Added 2w ago
Controls Technician
Jobot
Chicago Heights, Illinois
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Manufacturing Operations
Engineering (Non-Software)
$35 - $45/hr
On-Site
Associate's

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Trane Technologies
Controls Technician Intern
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Trane Technologies
Added 2w ago
Controls Technician Intern
Trane Technologies
Willowbrook, Illinois
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$19 - $28/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Cleaver-Brooks
Boiler Controls Technician
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Added 2w ago
Boiler Controls Technician
Cleaver-Brooks
Elk Grove Village, Illinois
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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Controls Technician Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
42 jobs
Hodgkins
27 jobs
North Chicago
8 jobs
Joliet
5 jobs
Lincolnshire
5 jobs
Normal
5 jobs
West Chicago
5 jobs
Addison
4 jobs
Alsip
4 jobs

Controls Technician Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Cummins
    Cummins27
  • AbbVie
    AbbVie8
  • Rush University Medical Center
    Rush University Medical Center8
  • MSI Express
    MSI Express6
  • McDonald's
    McDonald's6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing66
  • Automotive39
  • Chemicals & Materials29
  • Consulting & Professional Services25
  • Food & Beverage20

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in controls technician jobs across Illinois.

  • Experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens
  • Proficiency reading electrical schematics, ladder logic, and P&ID diagrams
  • Associate degree or technical certificate in instrumentation, electronics, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience with SCADA or HMI configuration and maintenance
  • Knowledge of industrial networking protocols including Ethernet/IP, Modbus, or Profibus
  • Familiarity with calibration procedures for process instrumentation such as transmitters and sensors

Controls Technician Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many controls technician jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 287+ controls technician openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Hodgkins, and North Chicago. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

Which Illinois cities have the most controls technician jobs?

Chicago, Hodgkins, and North Chicago have the most controls technician openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire controls technicians in Illinois?

Employers hiring controls technicians in Illinois include Cummins, AbbVie, and Rush University Medical Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote controls technician jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 3% of controls technician openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for controls technician jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to controls technician jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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