Automation Technician

We are hiring Automation Technicians to support new data center facilities in Cedar Rapids, IA. This is a hands-on position focused on installing, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning control systems that support critical power, cooling, and facility infrastructure. Technicians will work with PLC-controlled equipment, electrical control panels, instrumentation, sensors, meters, and other field devices. You do not need to be an experienced PLC programmer. We are looking for mechanically inclined, technically curious individuals who enjoy troubleshooting and working hands-on with equipment.

• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and facility systems
• Install, wire, test, and commission electrical control panels
• Troubleshoot I/O, field devices, sensors, breakers, meters, and wiring
• Verify signals and communication between field devices and control systems
• Respond to equipment alarms, service calls, and system issues
• Support I/O checkout, startup, commissioning, and system testing
• Make basic PLC/HMI adjustments to setpoints, alarms, and configurations
• Read and work from electrical drawings and system documentation
• Follow strict data center safety procedures and documentation requirements
• Work closely with controls, electrical, and commissioning teams during system startup

• Associate's degree preferred
• Electrical, mechanical, or industrial troubleshooting
• Allen-Bradley PLCs
• PLC/HMI systems
• Instrumentation and controls
• Automation or robotics
• Electrical wiring or control panels
• I/O and field devices
• Equipment installation, maintenance, or commissioning

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marion, IA.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marion, IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Marion,IA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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