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Controls Technician III (Operations)

NOV
San Antonio, USA
Full-time
Mid · 5–8 years experience
Onsite
Discovered 3 weeks ago

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Qualifications

  • Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
  • 5–8 years of industrial controls or automation experience.
  • Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems up to 480 VAC.
  • Experience troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and industrial automation equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.
  • Experience using electrical test equipment including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and process calibrators.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • PLC Programming and Troubleshooting
  • HMI Development and Support
  • SCADA Systems
  • Industrial Networking
  • Servo and Motion Control
  • VFD Configuration
  • Robotics Integration
  • Instrumentation and Calibration
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Control Panel Design and Wiring
  • Preventive and Predictive Maintenance
  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
  • CMMS Software
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment.
  • Program, modify, and maintain PLC logic using platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, or Omron.
  • Configure and troubleshoot HMIs and SCADA systems.
  • Install, calibrate, and maintain industrial instrumentation including pressure, temperature, flow, and level devices.
  • Troubleshoot servo systems, motion control, robotics, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
  • Diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and controls-related failures.
  • Interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and control drawings.
  • Perform preventative on automation systems.
  • Support equipment startups, commissioning, and production changeovers.
  • Configure industrial communication networks including Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, DeviceNet, and other fieldbus systems.
  • Perform system backups, software version control, and documentation updates.
  • Assist engineers with new equipment installations and automation upgrades.
  • Recommend and implement continuous improvement projects that increase equipment reliability and productivity.
  • Mentor Controls Technicians I and II on troubleshooting techniques and best practices.
  • Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, operations, and outside vendors to resolve equipment issues.
  • Ensure compliance with electrical codes, company standards, and safety regulations including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records using a CMMS.
  • Participate in on-call support and respond to emergency equipment failures as required.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to climb ladders and work from elevated platforms.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces when necessary.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach for extended periods.
  • Ability to distinguish wire colors and read detailed electrical drawings.
  • Must be able to work in industrial environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, and moving machinery.
  • Exposure to electrical equipment, rotating machinery, compressed air systems, and production processes.
  • May require overtime, weekend work, and on-call responsibilities.
  • Appropriate PPE is required.

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