Field Instrumentation & Controls Tech - Water/Wastewater

Lever, Inc.; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Tesco Controls is seeking a Field Service Technician to lead and support on-site commissioning for Water and Wastewater control projects. You will configure, test, and troubleshoot VFDs, PLCs, and instrumentation while documenting startup activities across field environments.

This role covers the SoCal territory, ~90% on-site at client sites with ~10% at the Temecula office, and requires travel, strong teamwork, and PLC familiarity. Competitive pay and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• Ability to travel within SoCal and stay overnight.
• College degree preferred or relevant experience.
• Strong communication and team skills.
• Experience with instrumentation calibration documentation.

Responsibilities

• Configures, tests, and troubleshoots VFDs and motor control cabinets.
• Troubleshoots instrumentation and control systems from ladder diagrams.
• Calibrates and documents instrument loops and gauges.
• Supports startup, commissioning, and handover of control systems.
• Verifies accuracy of sensors (pressure, level, temp, pH, turbidity).
• Performs site installations of electrical devices and panels.
• Repairs or replaces faulty electronics, transmitters, HMIs, VFDs, PLCs.

Skills

VFD Troubleshooting

Instrumentation Calibration

Field Commissioning

Electrical Troubleshooting

Reading Schematics

Profibus Qualified

DMM Proficiency

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Digital Multimeters

Power Tools

PLC Systems

Job description

Tesco Controls is seeking a Field Service Technician to lead and support on-site commissioning for Water and Wastewater control projects. You will configure, test, and troubleshoot VFDs, PLCs, and instrumentation while documenting startup activities across field environments.

This role covers the SoCal territory, ~90% on-site at client sites with ~10% at the Temecula office, and requires travel, strong teamwork, and PLC familiarity. Competitive pay and benefits apply.