Controls Technician (HVAC systems)

North Chicago, IL 60088

Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Other Professional Job Number: 42719822 Compensation: $48.48 / hour

Job Description

Job Title:  Controls Technician
Location:  North Chicago, IL 
Hire Type:  Open-ended contract, Onsite
Target Pay Rate:  $45.00 - $55.00/hour (W2, with full employee benefits)

Overview:
Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.

As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Job Summary: 
The Controls Engineering Technician will play a hands-on role in troubleshooting and maintaining, the HVAC and utility control systems within a large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This position is split between troubleshooting existing systems and supporting facility infrastructure upgrades and capital projects. 

Job Duties:
  • Diagnosing and resolving issues with HVAC control systems, alarms, and utilities.
  • Hands-on troubleshooting of pneumatic actuators, steam systems, and HVAC alarms to ensure operational reliability.
  • Responding to system failures and implementing corrective actions to minimize downtime.
  • Supporting HVAC control unit and steam system upgrades, ensuring proper installation and integration.
  • Assisting with facility infrastructure improvements, including utilities and HVAC.
  • Collaborating with project teams to enhance system performance and reliability.
  • Providing technical support for control system modifications and commissioning activities.
  • Performing routine preventive maintenance on HVAC and utility systems.
  • Working directly in the field to troubleshoot and resolve control system issues (not just reviewing drawings).
  • Ensuring compliance with industry standards and facility safety regulations.
  • Documenting troubleshooting processes, system upgrades, and modifications for future reference.
Qualifications:
  • Hands-on experience with industrial HVAC control systems and pneumatic actuators required.
  • Strong technical expertise in HVAC utilities, control units, and steam systems.
  • Experience troubleshooting and maintaining HVAC alarms and automation components.
  • Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and control system sequences.
  • PLC programming from scratch is not required, but must have a good understanding of ladder logic.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to system optimization.
  • Effective communication skills to collaborate with engineering teams, technicians, and facility staff.
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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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