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Layout Technician

5/12/2026

The technician is responsible for laying out hardware and materials according to drawings and installing parts onto back panels and enclosures. They must also manage parts staging, complete layout check sheets, and ensure all paperwork is maintained.

Salary

18 - 22 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Cates Control Systems has been providing automation and control products to manufacturing companies for over 40 years. In 1978 Gordon Cates founded the company as a DC and Eddy current service company in Houston, Texas. Since that time Cates has evolved into an automation solutions company offering engineering services, OEM control panel manufacturing, custom control panel fabrication, and PLC/VFD training classes. Cates has the expertise to specify the best products for your project, and we maintain direct relationships with top vendors for product sourcing. Our company has always focused on providing customers with exceptional service.
About the Role

Description

  

Cates Control Systems, in Plano, TX is looking to hire a Layout / Staging Technician. Joining the Cates team is both challenging and rewarding. You will become an important member of a very talented and dynamic team within our industry. If this sounds like you, please read on!


The Role

  • Login to the appropriate software database based on the project number as shown on the drawings.
  • Check out all hardware from the parts staging area.
  • Layout all hardware and materials according to the drawings provided.
  • Drill and install all parts onto the back panel.
  • Make sure all empty boxes are kept until the job ships.
  • Make sure all paperwork for each part is kept with the panel.
  • Cut/Hole-punch enclosures according to the provided drawings.
  • Install all required hardware on the enclosure.
  • Locate and designate any hardware that needs to be “loose shipped” with project.
  • Return any unused hardware for the back pan or enclosure.
  • Complete the layout check sheet supplied with drawings.

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • 2 years prior experience preferred
  • This position requires a significant amount of bending and standing
  • Must be able to lift at least 75 pounds at any time
  • Ability to read wiring schematic
  • UL508A and NEC experience
  • Good project and time management skills

More About Us

Cates Control Systems was founded over 40 years ago and is a systems integration company that partners with manufacturing firms to develop and implement automation solutions to increase production, improve quality and reduce costs. Our customers are extremely diverse and spread all over North America (and a few internationally). Our customers make roofing shingles, fry potato chips, roast coffee, process poultry and beef, distill water, bottle apple juice, and ship all over the world

Cates is committed to delivering quality solutions that we stand behind through service and support. Our vision is to positively impact the lives of others - including our employees and customers. We are a fun, friendly company with a strong family atmosphere and 12 core principles that guide us at every step in our success. Our culture is firmly rooted in the values of honesty, integrity, commitment, and reliability. To learn more, please visit us at www.cates.com.


Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour


Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Shop is open Monday through Friday, 6:00 am – 6:00 pm.
  • Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8-hour shift, overtime available.
  • Weekend availability: Saturdays from 6:00 am – 2:00 pm.

· Overtime pay available for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week.


Experience:

  • Layout Technician: 2 years (Preferred)
  • hand tools: 2 years (Preferred)
  • UL508a: 1 year (Preferred)
  • read wiring schematics: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Key Skills
LayoutStagingReading Wiring SchematicsUL508ANECHand ToolsProject ManagementTime ManagementDrillingHole-punching
Categories
ManufacturingTradesEngineering
Benefits
401(k)Dental insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offReferral programVision insurance
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