Automation Controls Technician

Southern Flow Inc; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Career growth

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Southern Flow Inc. in Alpharetta, GA is hiring an entry-level Automation Controls Technician to support field installations and panel work.

You'll assist wiring, calibration, startup tests, and troubleshooting on water and wastewater automation projects across the Southeast, with up to 80% travel and a company vehicle provided. Ideal candidates have 0–2 years in controls or strong technical aptitude, basic electrical theory, familiarity with Windows OS and AutoCAD, and good teamwork and

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience or strong technical aptitude.
• Understanding of basic electrical theory and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with Windows OS, Microsoft 365, and AutoCAD.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness and eagerness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assembling and modifying control panels.
• Support field installations – mounting, wiring, and terminations.
• Perform instrumentation calibration (level, flow, pressure, etc.).
• Conduct I/O checks and assist in system startup.
• Use meters and tools to troubleshoot technical issues onsite.
• Terminate and test fiber optic and Ethernet CAT5 cables.
• Log into PLCs and interpret live system data.
• Represent Southern Flow during startup and service visits.

Skills

Electrical theory

Wiring diagrams

Windows OS

Microsoft 365

AutoCAD

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to travel

Tools

AutoCAD

Windows OS

Microsoft 365

Job description

Automation Controls Technician Company: Southern Flow Inc. Location: Alpharetta, Georgia Industry: Instrumentation, Telemetry, and Controls Automation Type: Full-Time, Entry-Level (0-2 years experience) Travel: Up to 80% (company vehicle provided for travel) About Southern Flow Inc. Southern Flow Inc. is a leading systems integrator based in Alpharetta, GA. We design and implement automation systems for water and wastewater plants across the Southeast. We’re hiring an entry-level Controls Technician to join our startup and service team. If you’re technical curious, hands-on, and ready to hit the road, this role gives you a front-row seat to seeing control systems come to life. What You’ll be Doing:

• Assist in assembling and modifying control panels
• Support field installations – mounting, wiring, and terminations
• Perform instrumentation calibration (level, flow, pressure, etc.)
• Conduct I/O checks and assist in system startup
• Use meters and tools to troubleshoot technical issues onsite
• Terminate and test fiber optic and Ethernet CAT5 cables
• Log into PLCs and interpret live system data
• Represent Southern Flow during startup and service visits

What You Bring:

• 0-2 years of experience or strong technical aptitude
• Understanding of basic electrical theory and wiring diagrams
• Familiarity with Window OS, Microsoft 365, and AutoCAD
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness and eagerness to travel Perks and

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle for work-related travel
• Access to all necessary tools and testing equipment
• Supportive team environment with a focus on career growth
• Comprehensive benefits package with retirement and medical

Pay

$50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year Work Location: In person