Field Controls Technician II – Physical Security Systems

Tusco, Inc.; Alabama; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Tusco, Inc. is seeking a Controls Technician II to install, wire, troubleshoot, and support physical security control systems on construction projects nationwide. The role involves extensive travel (75%), with field work centered in Cottondale, AL and shop support in Alabama.

Qualifications include 2–4+ years in controls or low-voltage systems, and a high school diploma (Assoc. degree preferred). Strong reading of schematics and PLC familiarity are needed.

Qualifications

• 2-4+ years experience in controls, low-voltage systems or related field.
• Experience with physical security systems, industrial controls, or construction projects preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in robotics, automation, mechatronics, or related field preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and prints.
• Knowledge of PLC hardware and basic networking.
• Experience using multimeters and basic networking tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot independently and work in the field.
• Willingness to travel overnight and out-of-state (approximately 75%).

Responsibilities

• Independently install and support physical security control systems, including panels, PLCs, power supplies, and field devices.
• Perform low-voltage wiring and connect networked devices.
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control drawings.
• Assist with system commissioning, testing, and startup activities.
• Troubleshoot installation-related electrical and control issues.
• Coordinate with the Senior PLC Programmer during commissioning.
• Move between field projects nationwide and the Cottondale, AL shop as needed.
• Document work performed and resolutions accurately.
• Maintain safety and environmental compliance on sites.
• Provide professional on-site representation of the company.
• Support Service & Maintenance when workload allows.

Skills

Controls systems

Low-voltage

Electrical schematics

Troubleshooting

Reading prints

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Robotics/Automation/Mechatronics/Industrial Controls/Programming

Tools

Multimeters

Networking tools

Job description

Tusco, Inc. is seeking a Controls Technician II to install, wire, troubleshoot, and support physical security control systems on construction projects nationwide. The role involves extensive travel (75%), with field work centered in Cottondale, AL and shop support in Alabama.

Qualifications include 2–4+ years in controls or low-voltage systems, and a high school diploma (Assoc. degree preferred). Strong reading of schematics and PLC familiarity are needed.