Controls Specialist 1

JOHNSON SERVICE GROUP; Ackerman (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is seeking an experienced Controls Specialist for a contract position at a coal-fired power generation plant in Ackerman, MS. The role focuses on troubleshooting and repairing instrumentation and computer systems within the daily instrumentation and controls work group.

The ideal candidate will have 0–5 years of related field experience, strong electrical knowledge, and hands-on experience with platforms like Ovation, Foxboro, ABB, or PLCs.

Qualifications

• 0–5 years experience in a related field.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting instrumentation and control systems.
• Proficiency with control narratives and markup.
• Ability to prepare IO lists and cost estimates.
• Experience supporting startup activities at power plant sites.

Responsibilities

• Support and transition between multiple projects.
• Check cables and wiring in the field and perform site walkdowns.
• Assist in start-up activities and prepare layouts and conceptual designs.
• Develop IO lists and assist with cost estimation in sub disciplines.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Control narratives & markup

Cost estimation

IO lists

Field support

Computer-based platforms

Tools

Ovation

Foxboro

ABB

PLC

Job description

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is a nationally recognized professional staffing and recruiting firm that is currently looking for an experienced Controls Specialist to fill a contract position in Ackerman, MS.JOB SUMMARYThis position will be part of the daily instrumentation and controls work group.Responsible for troubleshooting and repairing instrumentation and computer systemsREQUIREMENTSThe Controls Specialist 1 position requires 0-5 Years experience in a related field.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Supporting and transitioning between multiple projects, checking cables and wiring in the field, performing and assisting in site walk downs, preparing cost estimates, supporting start up, prepare layouts and conceptual designs.Skillsets and expertise required for this position include proficiency in computer based platforms, solid Electrical knowledge, configuration /graphic skills in one or more platforms: Ovation, Foxboro, ABB, or PLCExperience with field supportExperience with control narrative and markupExperience with checking cables and wiring in the field,Expedience with cost estimating in sub disciplinesExperience developing IO listsAbility to build effective relationships with plant staff, design engineering staff and/or vendors.* This position is located at an active coal fired power generation plant.* JSG will provide all PPE except for steel toe work boots.* Some driving is required.This position may require some bending, lifting, climbing, prolonged sitting, prolonged walking, walking on gravel or crawling when necessary.JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #D650