Controls Technician: PLCs & Instrumentation

Nalco Water, An Ecolab Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, is seeking a hands-on Controls Technician for our Bedford Park, IL facility. You will maintain and troubleshoot production equipment, install new systems, and ensure reliable operation to maximize efficiency.

The role requires DCS/PLC experience, familiarity with ISO/PSM procedures, and the ability to read schematics in English. A stable, on-site day shift with an on-call rotation is provided along with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years in maintenance within a high-speed production environment.
• 2+ years with DCS and PLC in an industrial setting.
• Experience with ISO and PSM procedures.
• Familiarity reading manuals and schematics in English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production equipment to maximize efficiency.
• Install new equipment and ensure it runs within specs.
• Troubleshoot PLC/Servo/HMI issues and repair as needed.
• Manage contractor daily tasks and project timelines.
• Assist in equipment specification and layout for new installs.
• Support continuous improvement across production processes.

Skills

Maintenance experience

DCS & PLC systems

Electrical & mechanical

ISO & PSM procedures

Reading schematics (English)

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

PLC

DCS

HMI

Job description

Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, is seeking a hands-on Controls Technician for our Bedford Park, IL facility. You will maintain and troubleshoot production equipment, install new systems, and ensure reliable operation to maximize efficiency.

The role requires DCS/PLC experience, familiarity with ISO/PSM procedures, and the ability to read schematics in English. A stable, on-site day shift with an on-call rotation is provided along with competitive benefits.