Field Control Systems Technician — Data Center Commissioning

Gray Matter Systems Llc; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer‑paid short‑term disability

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

GrayMatter is seeking a Control Systems Technician to support startup and commissioning activities on active data center construction projects. This role covers Level 2–5 commissioning, including P2P checkout, network startup, instrumentation calibration, SCADA integration, and PLC programming.

The position is highly mobile and onsite-focused, requiring extensive travel (approximately 90%), with a base compensation described as competitive based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Controls Systems Technology or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in controls and commissioning environments.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Willingness to travel extensively (up to ~90%).
• Strong attention to detail and customer service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support and/or lead point-to-point checkout, functional performance testing (FPT), and system validation during commissioning activities.
• Monitor and validate data accuracy, alarms, trends, and system responses to ensure proper system functionality and reliability.
• Assist and/or lead with integration and coordination between mechanical, electrical, and controls systems to ensure seamless operation across platforms.
• Configure, test, and validate control system databases, graphics, and alarming strategies.
• Support and/or lead development and execution of commissioning procedures, test scripts, and documentation validation.
• Identify and document system deficiencies, control gaps, and performance issues while tracking items through resolution.
• Collaborate with engineers, commissioning teams, and field technicians to resolve issues and improve system performance.
• Assist and/or lead with network configuration and troubleshooting including IP addressing and communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and BACnet.
• Support and/or lead vendor coordination and system startups to ensure proper integration and performance of third-party equipment.
• Maintain and organize technical documentation including redlines, as-builts, and system configurations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts including controls standardization, naming conventions, and best practices.
• Complete required documentation including timecards and expense reports in a timely manner.
• Attend and participate in required meetings and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Customer service mindset

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree in Controls Systems Technology

Tools

PLC programming

SCADA integration

Instrumentation calibration

Networking equipment

Job description

GrayMatter is seeking a Control Systems Technician to support startup and commissioning activities on active data center construction projects. This role covers Level 2–5 commissioning, including P2P checkout, network startup, instrumentation calibration, SCADA integration, and PLC programming.

The position is highly mobile and onsite-focused, requiring extensive travel (approximately 90%), with a base compensation described as competitive based on qualifications and experience.