Industrial Field Tech - PLC & Automation (Travel)

Thermo Trol Systems Inc; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Sick leave

401(k) plan with company match

Profit Sharing

Ongoing training

Career advancement

Job summary

Thermo-Trol Systems Inc is seeking an Industrial Field Technician to install, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial control systems including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and instrumentation. This role requires a strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, and programming principles and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced field environment.

The successful candidate will perform installation, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting, collaborate with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; associate degree or technical certification preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in industrial instrumentation and control systems.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens).
• Experience with HMI/SCADA software and programming tools.
• Familiarity with VFDs and electrical distribution; ability to read schematics.
• Knowledge of industrial networks and protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, configuration, and testing of industrial control systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and software-related issues in automated systems.
• Interpret wiring schematics, technical manuals, and diagrams for installation.
• Collaborate with engineers, programmers, and other technicians to ensure seamless system integration.
• Document all service activities, troubleshooting procedures, and system configurations accurately and on time.
• Provide clear and effective communication with clients regarding service status and resolutions.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout.
• Be available for travel to project sites as needed.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Electrical systems

Wiring schematics

Troubleshooting

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Engineering/Automation

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

HMI/SCADA software

Job description

Thermo-Trol Systems Inc is seeking an Industrial Field Technician to install, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial control systems including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and instrumentation. This role requires a strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, and programming principles and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced field environment.

The successful candidate will perform installation, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting, collaborate with