Field Technician

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Control Panels USA Inc is seeking a Field Technician to perform complete commissioning of hardware at customer sites, including wire terminations, instrument configurations, and radio/antenna installation. You will troubleshoot panels, use meters and calibration tools, and maintain tools and customer relationships in a dynamic field setting.

The role requires strong communication, the ability to multi-task, and travel up to about 25% overnight.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a high-pressure environment.
• Intermediate computer skills with Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Ability to pass CP USA's Basic Electrical and Controls Theory.
• Knowledge of multimeter functions, pressure calibrators, and process meters.
• Experience with 4-20mA analog control systems.
• Experience with PLC software is a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% overnight.

Responsibilities

• Review scope of work with project manager before field work.
• Coordinate training for the project with the Project Manager.
• Update panel schematics for CAD designer to generate As-Built drawings.
• Generate service tickets and daily reports.
• Coordinate with Project Manager on service calls for invoicing.
• Maintain field tools and test equipment.
• Maintain good relationships with customers.
• Execute any other tasks assigned by management.

Skills

Communications

Multitasking

Computer skills

Electrical theory

Electrical calibration

Relay logic

4-20mA systems

PLC software

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Driving commitment

Overnight travel

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Control Panels USA Inc - GEORGETOWN, TX 78633-1840

General Description of Job

In general, the Field 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 Technician will utilize various hand and electric tools, analytical testing equipment and computer supported software.

Duties to include but not limited to:

• 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
• Any other task, assignments, duty, or projects, as requested by management

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Great communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a high-pressure environment
• Intermediate computer skills and comfortability 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 4-20mA analog control systems.
• Must be able to work at elevated heights, including the use of ladders
• Great problem-solving skills
• Clean driving record
• Ability for overnight travel approximately 25% of the time
• Experience with commissioning program logic controller (PLC) software a plus
• Familiarity with wastewater and water treatment controls a plus
• Familiarity with radio/cellular telemetry systems a plus.
• Familiarity with antenna mast rigging principles a plus.