Control Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain PLC, HMI and SCADA systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on control equipment.
• Calibrate and maintain field instruments (pressure, flow, temperature, level).
• Analyze systems faults and implement corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement and automation projects.
• Read and Interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, and control schematics.
• Work with maintenance and operations team to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations (e.g. OSHA).
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance and systems changes.
• Software, Platforms & Tools
• PLC Programming Software
• Rockwell Automation (Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000)
• Siemens - optional
• HMI / SCADA Platforms
• Ignition SCADA (Inductive Automation) - visualization, alarming, reporting and database integration
• Factory Talk View / Factory Talk SE & ME
• Industrial Networking & Communication
• Ethernet/IP, Modbus (RTU/TCP), Profibus, Profinet
• Network troubleshooting tools (wireshark, RSLinx)
• FIIX CMMS PM or similar platforms
• Drives & Motion Software
• Data & Diagnosis Tools
• Ignition Tag Historian and report modules
• Trend and diagnostics tools for process analysis
• Additional tools
• Calibration software and handheld communicators (HART, Field Communicator)
• Laptop-based diagnostic and programming tools

Requirement

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Engineering Technology, Automation, or related field is nice to have.
• Manager will look at candidates with additional work experience in lieu of degree.
• 5+ years of experience working with industrial control systems.
• Strong knowledge of the following:
• PLCs (Allen-Bradley)
• Motor control systems and VFDs
• Industrial networks (ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus)
• Ability to trouble shoot electrical and instrumentation systems
• Familiarity with safety practices such as LOTO and arc flash is nice to have.
• Candidate will be trained on both.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing environments (food & beverage, dairy, or processing plants)
• Strong experience with SCADA platform (development, troubleshooting, and upgrades)
• Understanding of process control loops and PID tuning.
• Ability to work with CMMS systems

Key Skills

• Problem solving and analytical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Time management and ability to prioritize tasks
• Technical troubleshooting expertise

Work Environment

• Industrial / Manufacturing setting
• Exposure to machinery, electrical systems, and varying temperatures
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Skills

• Controls Technician
• Industrial Controls
• Motor control systems
• Industrial networks