Industrial Automation & Controls Technician

UPL; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DECCO Postharvest in Visalia, CA is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Technician to advance automation and control systems. The role requires collaboration across groups and time in office, workshop, and at customer locations for hands‑on operation of Decco products and services.

The technician will design, install, test, and upgrade PLC/HMI systems, calibrate instrumentation, and support field installations. Travel to customer sites is required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Industrial Automation, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in industrial automation, controls, instrumentation, electrical maintenance, or related work.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and use diagnostic test equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to customer locations, including overnight travel.
• Maintain required licenses and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, install, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and automated control systems.
• Lead testing, commissioning, and upgrades involving control systems.
• Diagnose and remedy issues with control panels, sensors, actuators, and various other devices.
• Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot process instrumentation, including temperature, pressure, flow, level, pH, and conductivity devices.
• Maintain calibration records and verify instrument accuracy.
• Identify opportunities to improve return on investment through equipment acquisition and performance.
• Install and maintain electrical wiring, control equipment, and industrial communication networks.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical control circuits and equipment failures.
• Support Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and other industrial network systems.
• Drive project execution from installation through commissioning of controls and instrumentation.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for internal and external customers.
• Maintain project documentation and communicate technical findings effectively.
• Create user manuals for control systems and instrumentation and provide training for proper use.

Skills

PLC/HMI knowledge

Troubleshooting

Communication

Organization

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Tech/Automation/Mechatronics

Tools

ControlLogix/CompactLogix

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Job description

DECCO Postharvest in Visalia, CA is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Technician to advance automation and control systems. The role requires collaboration across groups and time in office, workshop, and at customer locations for hands‑on operation of Decco products and services.

The technician will design, install, test, and upgrade PLC/HMI systems, calibrate instrumentation, and support field installations. Travel to customer sites is required.