Commissioning Technician

Central States Industrial; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and continuing教育

Opportunities for internal career ADV

Team events and company lunches

Job summary

Central States Industrial is seeking a Commissioning Technician to support startup, commissioning, and ongoing performance of process equipment at customer facilities. The role involves hands-on electro-mechanical work and extensive travel across the United States.

Based at CSI's Springfield facility, you will work with the Controls Engineering team and handle FAT, troubleshooting, and customer training to ensure safe, reliable system startup and operation.

Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred in Electromechanical/Mechatronic Tech.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 4+ years of related experience or training.
• Maintenance or production experience in a food manufacturing plant is a plus.
• Experience with 480VAC/3/60, 120 VAC/1/60, and 24 VDC power preferred.
• Allen-Bradley PLC programming and Rockwell Software exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning & Startup of automated process equipment at customer sites.
• Troubleshoot mechanical systems, electrical circuits, instrumentation, and automation controls.
• Perform FAT at CSI, including electrical/mechanical hookups per safety requirements.
• Train customers on system operation and maintenance; provide after-hours support when needed.

Skills

Electromechanical troubleshooting

Industrial automation

Electrical circuits

Allen-Bradley PLC

Customer support

Education

Associate degree in Electromechanical or Mechatronic Technology

High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Rockwell Software

Job description

Pay: $30 - $36 per hour, based on experience.

The Commissioning Technician supports the startup, commissioning, and ongoing performance of process equipment and automated systems. This hands-on role provides electro-mechanical and automation support at customer facilities and performs factory acceptance testing at CSI.

You’ll work closely with CSI’s Controls Engineering team and customers across industries including food, dairy, beverage, personal care, pharmaceutical, biotech, and nutraceutical manufacturing. Frequent overnight, extended-stay, weekend, and after-hours support may be required.

This is a travel-forward position. The Commissioning Technician is based at CSI's Springfield facility and works extensively at customer sites across the United States. Travel averages approximately 50 to 60% of scheduled workdays and varies with project schedules and customer requirements.

If you enjoy hands-on troubleshooting, solving technical challenges, and helping customers get their systems running safely and reliably, this is your kind of role.

About CSI

CSI provides state-of-the-art stainless-steel process equipment and service for manufacturers in the food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries.

We are a growing company built on teamwork, continuous learning, and exceptional customer service. Our employees are our greatest resource, and we invest in their development through training, collaboration, and opportunities to grow.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Commissioning & Startup
• Start up, commission, and provide sustaining support for automated process equipment and systems at customer facilities.
• Troubleshoot mechanical systems, electrical circuits, instrumentation, and automation controls during startup and early production.
• Perform factory acceptance testing (FAT) at CSI, including electrical and mechanical equipment hook-up in accordance with safety requirements.
• Train customers on proper system operation and maintenance, respond to support requests, and provide after-hours assistance when systems are coming online.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Associate degree in Electromechanical or Mechatronic Technology, or equivalent, preferred. Valid driver’s license, required.
• 4+ years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Maintenance or production experience in a food manufacturing plant; awareness of food safety and continuous improvement
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical systems and electrical circuits/equipment using 480VAC/3/60, 120 VAC/1/60, and 24 VDC power
• Allen-Bradley PLC programming and Rockwell Software experience, preferred

Why CSI

• Competitive compensation: $30-$36 per hour.
• Opportunity to work on specialized stainless-steel process systems across multiple industries
• Hands-on role with direct impact on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction
• Collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement
• Career growth opportunities within installation, operations, and leadership teams
• Company culture centered on taking care of employees and customers

CSI offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Health and wellness benefits
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• Opportunities for internal career advancement
• Company lunches, team events, and community volunteer opportunities

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

Travel Requirements: Extensive overnight and weekend travel is a required and essential function of this position.

• Travel averages approximately 50 to 60% of scheduled workdays over a year and varies with project schedules and customer requirements.
• During active startup and commissioning assignments, the technician remains at the customer site for the duration of the assignment, typically approximately one week.
• Technicians typically return home between assignments, subject to project schedules and customer requirements.
• During periods focused on factory acceptance testing at CSI's Springfield facility, travel is typically 20 to 25%.
• Assignments are at customer facilities across the United States. Travel may be by air or company vehicle.
• This role is CSI's first responder for weekend and after-hours support during startup and early production.
• A valid driver's license is required, as is the ability to meet the travel requirements described above.
• CSI provides required tools, travel, hotel accommodations, meals, and other miscellaneous travel expenses associated with the position.

More than 40 hours per week will normally be required in order to achieve the productivity necessary for this position. Overnight travel, Saturday, Sunday and holiday hours may be required.

This is an hands-on role in a manufacturing environment.

• Frequent bending, kneeling, and stooping throughout the shift
• Lifting and moving materials up to 75 lbs (with assistance)
• Use of close, distance, and peripheral vision with strong attention to detail
• Exposure to typical grinding and polishing conditions (noise, dust, etc.)
• Required use of PPE including gloves, safety glasses, and steel-toe boots

CSI is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CSI is committed to equal opportunity employment. We select candidates based on their ability to perform the work in a competent and professional manner and do not discriminate based on age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. CSI participates in E-Verify.