Field Controls Technician: DDC/PLC Startup & Commissioning

divcon; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Disability Coverage

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Divcon is seeking a Control Technician to support DDC/PLC project work, including startup, verification, and documentation. The role requires travel and involves field installation, commissioning, and coordination with senior technicians. A background in HVAC controls and field wiring is preferred.

You will work with systems like VAV, AHUs, and basic CW/HW setups, traveling to sites as needed and adhering to safety protocols and company policies. Strong documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of controls installer experience or 1-2 years in HVAC controls.
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems and basic controls strategies.
• Understanding of low-voltage control circuits, wiring, and safety requirements.
• Experience with Niagara, BACnet, Modbus, or comparable controls platforms would be helpful.

Responsibilities

• Start up, commission, and re-commission systems using DDC/PLC technology.
• Troubleshoot mid-level system problems and coordinate with subcontractors.
• Verify field installation against drawings and project docs; flag discrepancies.
• Document daily work in QC forms and commissioning records.
• Provide turnkey project delivery for site systems (VAV/FPB/FCU, AHUs).
• Support L2-L4 commissioning and assist with L5/IST for datacenter execution.

Skills

HVAC controls basics

Documentation & communication

Field troubleshooting

Ladder diagrams read/write

Tools

Tridium Niagara

Delta enteliWEB

Distech

Siemens Desigo

JCI Metasys

Schneider EcoStruxure

Rockwell Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

Job description

Divcon is seeking a Control Technician to support DDC/PLC project work, including startup, verification, and documentation. The role requires travel and involves field installation, commissioning, and coordination with senior technicians. A background in HVAC controls and field wiring is preferred.

You will work with systems like VAV, AHUs, and basic CW/HW setups, traveling to sites as needed and adhering to safety protocols and company policies. Strong documentation skills are essential.