Instrumentation Technician II

Prime Controls · Rayville, MO · 1 wk ago

On-siteManagementFull-time

About the role

Prime Controls, L.P., established in 2004, is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm focused on meeting clients' industrial automation and control needs. As a Main Automation Contractor, we offer comprehensive solutions supported by our size, expertise, and extensive experience. With a professional team of 1000+ employees, Prime Controls serves customers nationwide from our Dallas, Texas headquarters and offices throughout the United States. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality professional services while prioritizing employee well-being and fostering an exceptional workplace environment.

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of instrumentation and automation services, troubleshooting, calibration, installation, testing, and commissioning.
Troubleshoots instrumentation functionality and I/O operation.
Repairs instrumentation, typically involving calibration using a variety of meters and tools.
Sets up new instrumentation and calibrates specifications using schematics and drawings.
Performs preventive and corrective maintenance of test apparatus and peripheral equipment.
Aids with a variety of related installation and maintenance projects for automating large industrial processes.
Uses computerized equipment and software to perform testing functions and produce reports.
Works with engineers testing and commissioning PLC systems.
Travels to customer sites to provide services as required.

Requirements

Four years of experience as an instrumentation technician.
Thorough understanding of AC and DC drives.
Understanding of speed feedback devices theory and operation.
Understanding of temperature control and temperature components.
Good understanding of PID and control loops.
Proficiency in PLC and HMI systems, including communications drivers and connections, PLC program navigation, and controlled manipulation.
Thorough understanding of all electrical components and electronic devices.
Ability to diagnose defective components, motors, drives, and electronic components.
Ability to use diagnostic equipment.

Qualifications

Technical knowledge of the operation of AC and DC drives.
A thorough understanding of speed feedback devices theory and operation.
An understanding of temperature control and temperature components.
A good understanding of PID and control loops.
A good understanding of Ethernet communications and connections.
Proficient in PLC and HMI systems, including communications drivers and connections, PLC program navigation and controlled manipulation.
A thorough understanding of all electrical components and electronic devices.
Show an understanding and demonstrate the processes involved in diagnosing defective components, motors, drives and electronic components.
Able to demonstrate the ability to use diagnostic equipment.

Skills

Technical knowledge of AC and DC drives.
Speed feedback devices theory and operation.
Temperature control and temperature components.
PID and control loops.
Ethernet communications and connections.
PLC and HMI systems, including communications drivers and connections, PLC program navigation and controlled manipulation.
All electrical components and electronic devices.
Diagnose defective components, motors, drives, and electronic components.
Use diagnostic equipment.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision coverage.
Flexible Spending Account(s).
Generous Paid Time Off.
Multiple culture events.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
401(k) matching.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Physical requirements and work environment expectations vary by position. Generally, roles at Prime Controls may involve moderate noise, occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions, and, depending on the role, work at heights or around airborne particles and electrical components. Physical activities may include standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, as well as the use of hands, arms, and voice communication. Some roles may require lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements may include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

EEO Statement

Prime Controls is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disabled employer. As a federal contractor, Prime Controls is required to participate in the federal government's E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates.