Field Controls Technician Dallas, Tx location

Control Panels USA; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with 50% matching

Paid time off

Reward & Recognition Bonus Program

Quarterly company events

Job summary

Control Panels USA is hiring a Field Controls Technician in Irving, TX. This role involves commissioning hardware at customer sites, which includes wiring, instrument configurations, and troubleshooting. Candidates should have strong communication skills and comfort with various tools and instrumentation. Essential travel may be required around Central Texas. Benefits include 100% employer-paid medical, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience in the theory, application and calibration of flow, pressure, level, and temperature instrumentation.
• Ability for overnight travel approximately 25% of the time.
• Must be able to work at elevated heights.

Responsibilities

• Complete commissioning of hardware at customer sites.
• Review assigned scope of work with project manager.
• Generate service tickets and daily reports.

Skills

Great communication skills, both verbal and written

Ability to multi-task and prioritize

Intermediate computer skills

Ability to pass CP USA’s Basic Electrical and Controls Theory

Operational knowledge of multimeter functions

Troubleshooting complex relay logic

Wiring and troubleshooting 4-20 mA analog control systems

Experience with PLC software

Familiarity with wastewater treatment controls

Familiarity with antenna mast rigging principles

Job description

Field Controls Technician – Dallas, TX

Control Panels USA is seeking an experienced Field Controls Technician to join our growing team. In general, the Field Controls Technician is responsible for complete commissioning of hardware at customer sites, including wire terminations, instrument configurations, radio/antenna installation/alignments and general panel troubleshooting for project field work or service calls. The Field Controls Technician will utilize various hand and electric tools, analytical testing equipment and computer supported software. This role will be located at our Dallas office but will have some flexibility to work in Central Texas area when needed, a week at a time, as required.

Responsibilities

• Review assigned scope of work with project manager prior to working in the field
• Coordinate and implement any training required for the project with the Project Manager
  • Safety
  • Instrumentation
  • Controls
  • Site specifics / other onsite training
• Ensure the following information has been gathered PRIOR to heading to the site
  • Product Literature
  • Material
  • Clarification of Specification, etc.
• Utilize template documents on all assigned tasks
  • Parameter List
  • Testing Documentation
  • Calibration Documentation
  • Daily Reports
  • Time Sheet
  • Credit Card Reconciliation
• Update panel schematics for CAD Designer to generate As-Built drawings
• Generate service tickets and daily reports
• Coordinate with Project Manager on assigned service calls for invoicing
• Maintain field tools and test equipment
• Maintain good relationship with customers
• Perform other tasks, assignments, duties, or projects as requested by management

Desired Skills & Experience

• Great communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a high-pressure environment
• Intermediate computer skills and comfort with Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to pass CP USA’s Basic Electrical and Controls Theory
• Operational knowledge of multimeter functions, pressure calibrators, process meters, soldering wires, connectors
• Experience in the theory, application and calibration of flow, pressure, level, and temperature instrumentation
• Experience in troubleshooting complex relay logic using drawings and knowledge of motor/valve control logic
• Experience in wiring and troubleshooting loop powered and isolated 4‑20 mA analog control systems
• Must be able to work at elevated heights, including the use of ladders
• Great problem‑solving skills
• Ability for overnight travel approximately 25% of the time
• Have flexibility to travel to Central Texas area for jobs a week at a time as needed
• Experience with commissioning program logic controller (PLC) software is a plus
• Familiarity with wastewater and water treatment controls is a plus
• Familiarity with radio/cellular telemetry systems is a plus
• Familiarity with antenna mast rigging principles is a plus

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, drive, sit, stoop, climb, and stand. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and be willing to work in both indoor and outdoor conditions.

Other Requirements

• Successful completion of MVR check
• Successful completion of background check

Benefits

• 100% employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with 50% matching
• Paid time off
• Reward & Recognition Bonus Program
• Quarterly company events

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law requires us to measure our progress toward this goal. If you have, or have ever had, a disability that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities, you are considered a person with a disability.