Automation Technician I

Duties and Responsibilities

• Create control programming for projects based on design, sequence of operation, and project requirements
• Loading and configuring software for field and network level controllers
• Conducting commissioning and system diagnostics for all levels of system controllers and end devices, such as sensors and actuators
• Completing necessary commissioning documentation and keeping management, contractor or customer informed of job progress and any issues encountered
• Regularly work with mechanical, electrical, and low voltage controls components and instrumentation
• Calibrate system devices using basic electronic test and calibration equipment
• Manage administrative tasks, including time sheets, expense reports, and on-site documentation
• Documenting changes and providing information for as-built documentation
• Handles emergency service calls as directed during the workday and after hours if on-call
• Responds to customer service calls (on-site or on-line); checks indicated points of trouble; analyzes full requirements of system; checks and tests system components
• Diagnoses trouble or defect; determines corrective action and repairs system
• Performs preventative maintenance and diagnostics on automation system and components according to contract scope of work and service agreements as applicable
• Tests and verify system readings ensuring an optimal system operation
• Generates drawings and schematics for the project by using computer aided design (CAD) software
• Generates graphics and populates database required for the project
• Programs controls using a wide variety of third-party and proprietary software
• Develops or modifies electronic devices, circuits, or systems according to specifications
• Sets up and tests communications devices for the systems (i.e., cell modems, wireless radios, fiber, or internet connection)
• Works with sub-contractors to install system components
• Performs onsite start-up and check-out of the control systems
• Observes functioning of installed equipment or system to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in controls and automation, including troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of process control and/or digital control systems
• Minimum of two year’s experience with PLCs (AB/Rockwell Automation preferred)
• Experience with Ignition or VTSCADA HMI software is a plus
• BACnet, TCP/IP, SQL and Modbus protocols experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer relationship skills; team player
• Must possess a valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record
• Must pass a background screening for work on a federal installation
• Time management; organizational skills
• Adaptability; dependability; flexibility; integrity

Pay Range

$29 - $36 per hour