Field Controls Technician – Commissioning & Systems Integration

Gray Matter Systems Llc

Omaha (NE)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays & sick leave

Job summary

GrayMatter is seeking a Control Systems Technician to support startup and commissioning on active data center projects. You will perform field-level controls work across commissioning levels L2–L5, including P2P checkout, network startup, instrumentation calibration, and PLC/SCADA integration.

The role emphasizes on-site work, collaboration with engineers and field technicians, and extensive travel (approximately 90%).

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.
Moderate level of general computer knowledge and technical proficiency.
Strong customer service mindset and attention to detail.
Organized work habits and strong problem-solving abilities.
Exposure to power and building management systems preferred.
Hands-on experience with PLC and SCADA integration preferred.
Experience calibrating and commissioning instrumentation and network equipment preferred.
Ability and willingness to travel extensively, including overnight travel as needed (approximately 90%).

Responsibilities

Support and/or lead point-to-point checkout, functional performance testing, 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.