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Sr Service Technician - Electrical Controls

Sr Service Technician - Electrical Controls

Job Reference: 30304
Garett Lange
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Garett Lange
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phone412-701-9025
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SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Sr. Technician – Automation & Controls
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Pay: Based on experience, ball park of $78,000
Employment Type: Direct Hire through TOPS Staffing


TOPS Staffing is seeking a skilled Sr. Service Technician for a long-standing automation and controls company in the Pittsburgh region. This is a hands-on position involving control panel assembly, equipment testing, field commissioning, troubleshooting, and technical support across multiple industries including manufacturing, energy, water/wastewater, and process environments.
This role offers long-term career stability, ongoing technical training, and minimal overnight travel (no more than two weeks per year).
Key Responsibilities
Shop Responsibilities
  • Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
  • Kit materials from the bill of materials and stage project components.
  • Review panel/build drawings and report any errors or omissions before assembly.
  • Assist team members in safely handling large assemblies.
  • Build and wire control panels to UL508A standards.
  • Participate in equipment testing, quality checks, and preparation for shipment.
  • Maintain high quality standards throughout the build process.
Field Responsibilities
  • Follow all safety and site-specific access requirements (PPE, drug testing, permits, etc.).
  • Commission and start up variable frequency drives (VFDs).
  • Commission field instrumentation and related equipment.
  • Perform basic PLC and networking troubleshooting.
  • Diagnose equipment issues independently or alongside engineering support via remote connection.
  • Support site commissioning and startup activities for control panels, instrumentation, and networked systems.
  • Perform panel wiring, diagnostics, and field adjustments.
  • Maintain diagnostic tools and ensure proper calibration when required.
  • Clearly understand assigned tasks prior to traveling to the job site.
  • Collaborate with programming engineers when resolving advanced technical issues.

Qualifications & Experience
  • Hands-on experience with instrumentation, controls, and electrical systems.
  • Knowledge of control panels, wiring methods, and electrical schematics.
  • Familiarity with process equipment and automation.
  • Ability to diagnose electrical, instrumentation, and networking issues.
  • Strong mechanical/electrical aptitude and willingness to learn advanced systems.
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • Must pass background check and pre-employment drug screening (ongoing testing may apply).
Working Conditions
  • Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs as needed.
  • Work may involve shop, field, or customer-site environments.
  • Required PPE may include: metatarsal boots, arc-flash rated clothing, safety glasses, gloves, hard hat, and hearing protection.
  • Must be safety-focused and customer-focused at all times.
Training & Development
The company provides a structured training pathway covering:
  • VFD setup and commissioning
  • Field instrumentation
  • PLC fundamentals
  • Networking basics
    Employees are expected to invest personal time into ongoing learning, with support for training costs.
If you are a hands-on technician looking to grow your skills in automation, controls, and electrical systems—this is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career.

         Apply today through TOPS Staffing!
 
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29th Sep 2026
Welding
TOPS Staffing
MIG Welder: 4-Day Workweek: Multiple Shifts Open!

Looking for a steady, full-time Welding opportunity? TOPS Staffing is recruiting skilled MIG Welders for a prominent metal fabrication facility in Ambridge, PA.

Join a dynamic team that specializes in producing complex welded assemblies and heavy-duty steel components for major industries including material handling, cranes, aerial lifts, power generation, and transportation. Enjoy consistent work, excellent benefits, and a supportive environment where your craftsmanship is valued.

Position: MIG Welder l
Location: Ambridge, PA
Pay: $23.00–$26.00 per hour
Second-Shift Differential: Additional $4.00 per hour
Employment Type: Direct Hire: Full-time Employee on Day 1!
Available Shifts: 4-Day work week on all shifts!

  • 1st Shift: Monday–Thursday, (5:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.)
  • 2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday, (3:30 p.m.–2:00 a.m.)–(Additional $4.00 per hour Shift Differential)

What You’ll Do:
As a MIG Welder, you’ll be responsible for fitting, fabricating, joining, and repairing steel components used in large, industrial welded assemblies. Your expertise will ensure the production of structurally sound, high-quality welds in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You'll follow blueprints and welding specifications, prepare materials, set up equipment, and sometimes assist with robotic welders—ensuring safety and precision at every step.

Required Skills:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Proficiency with measuring tools (tape measures, calipers, micrometers)
  • Ability to interpret blueprints and welding symbols
  • Experience setting up and operating MIG welding equipment
  • Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes (certifications preferred)
  • Strong attention to detail and quality standards
  • Ability to pass and maintain MIG welding certification
  • Basic problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively in English

Nice to Have Skills:

  • Previous vocational training or apprenticeship experience in welding or fabrication
  • Experience working with robotic welding equipment
  • Knowledge of manufacturing safety procedures

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Prior MIG welding, fabrication, or related vocational training
  • Experience in industrial manufacturing environments

Other Requirements:

  • Ability to stand, walk, and lift materials consistently throughout the shift
  • Ability to lift 25–50 pounds repeatedly and work in an industrial environment with varying temperatures and loud machinery
  • Bring your own weld hood and steel-toe boots for the weld test and interview process

Work Environment:
This position operates in an industrial metal-fabrication facility. Employees may be exposed to:

  • Changing indoor and outdoor temperatures.
  • Loud machinery, welding equipment, and vibration.
  • Moving mechanical equipment and electrical hazards.
  • High temperatures, sparks, and hot metal.
  • Welding fumes, odors, dust, mist, gases, and areas with limited ventilation.
  • Chemicals, oils, cutting fluids, and other substances that may contact the skin or become airborne.

Outstanding Benefits:

  • Uniforms provided 
  • Lunch/Break room with real food vending machines
  • Equipment vending machines throughout the facility with tools and PPE (Free)
  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid holidays
  • Long-term career stability
  • Unique PTO program where unused vacation carries over year after year, allowing employees to build significant paid time off over their career
  • Supportive management team that values preventative maintenance instead of simply reacting to breakdowns
  • Medical coverage for preventive care is 100% covered- $0 deductible
  • Medical yearly deductible for a single employee-$750
  • Medical yearly deductible for employee + family- $1,500
  • Basic Life Insurance and AD&D--100% employer paid (coverage amount is 2x your base salary)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability Coverage--100% employer paid


If you’re an experienced MIG welder with strong fabrication skills looking for a company that values quality craftsmanship, provides excellent equipment, and offers outstanding long-term benefits, apply today through TOPS Staffing! Interviews are being scheduled immediately!

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Ambridge, Pennsylvania, United States
29th Sep 2026
AllTek Staffing
Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

AllTek is partnering with a local client to find a talented Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

Position: Supply Chain Procurement Specialist - IN OFFICE ONLY

Overview:
AllTek is excited to collaborate on this key search for a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist in support of a leading client based in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. This vital role ensures the seamless procurement of equipment, materials, and services critical to our client’s operational success in complex energy systems. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with a keen eye for detail and a strong grasp of procurement processes, committed to maintaining efficient, scalable operations.

Required Skills:

  • Minimum of 3+ years experience in procurement or supply chain operations
  • Expertise in purchase-to-pay processes and ERP systems, with hands-on experience in procurement modules
  • Knowledge of managing supplier master data, requisitioning, purchase order creation, and invoice reconciliation
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines
  • Strong communication skills for vendor negotiations, internal coordination, and problem resolution
  • Experience working closely with accounting teams to ensure procurement activities align with financial records

Nice to Have Skills:

  • Familiarity with SAP Business ByDesign, Oracle, or Coupa procurement platforms
  • Background in energy, agriculture, or industrial sectors
  • Understanding of renewable natural gas technologies or dairy farm operations
  • Experience supporting customer or site transitions and system migrations

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred
  • Experience supporting major system implementations or on-site operational transitions is advantageous

Other Requirements:

  • Willingness to work primarily in our Charleston, WV office with occasional travel to other Nacelle sites as needed
  • No Visa Sponsorship available

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a dynamic team in a hands-on procurement role that directly impacts operational efficiency and growth. If you are ready to leverage your skills in a fast-paced environment and contribute to impactful projects, we encourage you to apply now. Take the next step in your career with AllTek and our innovative client by submitting your application today!

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Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, United States
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