Automation Tech Job at Parker Hannifin Corporation, Chetek, WI

  • Parker Hannifin Corporation
  • Chetek, WI

Job Description

Automation Tech

Group: Fluid Connector Grp N. America

Division: Quick Coupling (QCD)

Location : USA CHETEK WI QUICK COUPLING

Job Family : Engineering

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Jul 28, 2026

Job ID : 67460

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Our Quick Coupling Division is looking for an Automation Tech to help keep the world moving. Our Automation Technician supports the design, build, programming, commissioning, troubleshooting, and ongoing production support of automated manufacturing systems. This role is responsible for maintaining and improving equipment performance through strong technical capability in PLC/SCADA/HMI programming, robotics, electrical controls, pneumatics, mechanical assembly, and system documentation. The position requires hands-on problem solving, collaboration with engineering and production teams, and the ability to travel as needed to support equipment installation, startup, and service activities.

What Is a Quick Coupling?

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies and systems with $19.9B in revenue in 2025. Parker’s Quick Coupling Division is the largest manufacturer of quick couplings in the world. A quick coupling is used to provide a fast, make-or-break connection of fluid or gas transfer lines. Our plants provide critical equipment for many different industries including Agriculture, Construction, and Data Processing.

  • Program, troubleshoot, and support automated equipment using PLC, SCADA, and HMI platforms.

  • Support setup, operation, programming, and troubleshooting of robotic systems and automated work cells.

  • Diagnose and resolve issues involving electrical controls, sensors, actuators, drives, pneumatics, mechanical assemblies, and production equipment.

  • Interpret and work from electrical prints, schematics, panel layouts, mechanical drawings, and control documentation.

  • Support equipment commissioning, startup, validation, and production readiness activities.

  • Provide technical support to production operations to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.

  • Assist with mechanical assembly, wiring, panel work, pneumatic plumbing, and machine integration as required.

  • Train and support maintenance technicians on equipment operation, troubleshooting methods, preventive maintenance, and safe work practices.

  • Create, update, and maintain technical documentation, including procedures, troubleshooting guides, equipment records, and control system notes.

  • Work effectively with engineering, maintenance, operations, quality, and external suppliers to resolve technical issues and implement improvements.

  • Travel as required to support equipment installation, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer or supplier activities.

  • Ideal candidate will have 1-5 years’ experience in PLCs and / or Robotics programming (Associate’s degree or greater from an accredited college or university, with an emphasis in engineering; Automation, Electro-Mechanical, or similar related degree is preferred).

  • Electrical background is necessary

  • PLC/SCADA/HMI programming

  • Troubleshooting, installation, and commissioning

  • Knowledge in pneumatics and mechanical assembly a plus

  • Assemble, test, install and troubleshoot automation equipment

  • Knowledge and experience with electrical equipment: 480/230 3ph, 110 & 24vdc controls, prints and schematics

  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft programs, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook

  • May use computer-assisted design software to create CAD drawings of project wiring diagrams, panel layouts are a plus, but not required

  • Ability to work in a diverse work environment

  • Ability to travel as necessary to assist with equipment installation, startup, and service

Pay:

  • Starting Hourly Wage - $

Benefits:

  • Health Insurance

  • Dental Insurance

  • Vision Insurance

  • Profit Sharing Bonus

  • 401(k) Matching & Retirement Income Account

  • Basic Life Insurance

  • Paid Vacation & Holidays

Work Schedule:

  • Five (5) 8-hour shifts

  • Monday through Friday

  • 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Permanent employment, For contractors, Monday to Friday, Shift work

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