I/C Tech: Tech I
Catapult Federal Services · Goodyear, AZ · 5 days ago
Engineering$25–$31/hrContract
About the role
Our client is a well-established construction and critical facilities contractor with decades of experience delivering large-scale infrastructure projects across the United States. Specializing in mission-critical environments, the company provides end-to-end construction, commissioning, and systems integration services to enterprise and hyperscale data center operators.
Responsibilities
- Install, terminate, and label instrumentation wiring including signal cables, conduit runs, and junction boxes per project drawings and specifications.
- Calibrate and verify accuracy of field instruments including pressure transmitters, temperature sensors, flow meters, and level sensors.
- Aid in the installation and startup of Building Automation System (BAS) and Building Management System (BMS) components.
- Perform loop checks, functional testing, and pre-commissioning activities on control systems prior to energization.
- Read and interpret P&IDs, control schematics, loop diagrams, and vendor documentation to ensure accurate installation.
- Identify and document field discrepancies, RFIs, and punch list items in coordination with the project engineering team.
- Cook up daily work activities with the general contractor, mechanical trades, and commissioning teams to meet project milestones.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and code-compliant work area in accordance with site safety protocols and OSHA regulations.
- Complete all required documentation including as-built markups, calibration records, and test reports.
- Support the commissioning and startup team during integrated systems testing and final acceptance phases.
Requirements
- Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience as an I&C Technician in construction, industrial, or mission-critical environments.
- Proficiency in the installation and termination of instrumentation and control wiring (4-20mA, discrete I/O, network cabling).
- Experience with BAS/BMS systems including installation of sensors, controllers, and actuators.
- Solid understanding of NEC code requirements related to instrumentation and low-voltage wiring.
- Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose wiring faults, signal issues, and equipment malfunctions.
- Familiarity with data center mechanical and electrical systems including CRAC/CRAH units, generators, and UPS systems.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills for working in a multi-trade construction environment.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification (or willingness to obtain prior to start).
- Must be local to the Phoenix/Goodyear, AZ area — no relocation or per diem provided.
Skills
- Hands-on experience with instrument calibration tools and procedures.
- Familiarity with Schneider Electric, Siemens, or Johnson Controls BAS/BMS platforms.
- NICET certification in Industrial Instrumentation or a related discipline.
- Experience supporting commissioning agents during Cx/TAB phases.
- Background working in a union or prevailing wage construction environment.
- Knowledge of fiber optic termination and testing procedures.