Instrumentation and Controls Technician

Gwtt Llc; Colonial Heights (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Ground/Water Treatment & Technology, LLC (GWTT) seeks an Instrumentation and Controls Technician in Colonial Heights, VA to maintain, troubleshoot and upgrade industrial wastewater control systems. You will work with PLCs and drive systems, analyze faults and implement corrective actions.

The role requires strong electrical troubleshooting, PLC ladder logic expertise (Allen Bradley/Siemens), and readiness to travel about 50% domestically.

Qualifications

• 5 years of Instrumentation & Control Technician experience (preferred).
• ISA CCST Certification is desirable.
• NFPA 70E Qualified Person preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic controls on existing equipment.
• Modify PLCs/ Drives/ Control electronics as needed.
• Evaluate existing equipment controls and network systems.
• Perform upgrades as required.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC ladder logic

Allen Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Motor Controllers / VFDs

Prioritization

Oral & written communication

NFPA 70E

Education

ISA CCST Certification

Tools

Allen Bradley software

Siemens software

Job description

Instrumentation and Controls Technician

Full Time Craft Workers VA - Mid-Atlantic Region, Colonial Heights, VA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1262

Salary Range: $23.00 To $30.00 Hourly

Ground/Water Treatment & Technology, LLC (GWTT) is a leading environmental contractor located in Wharton, NJ. GWTT provides Construction Dewatering, Remediation, and Environmental Construction services, including dewatering systems design, manufacture, installation, and operation. Additionally, we offer design/build services for temporary and permanent treatment systems, and operation and maintenance services for a variety of soil, groundwater, and wastewater treatment systems. Typical projects include groundwater depression and management for major construction projects, soil vapor extraction, air stripping, carbon adsorption, metals precipitation, pH neutralization, thermal/catalytic oxidation, and in-situ chemical oxidation. GWTT provides a challenging, growth-oriented work environment, in which the right candidate will have the opportunity to develop and understand the necessary technical and managerial skills to excel in today’s competitive market.

GWTT is looking for the ideal candidate to fill the role ofInstrumentation and Controls Technician.

Full Job Description

This person would be responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting and upgrade of industrial wastewater equipment control systems. They will also be asked to assist in the design, specification, and commissioning of these types of systems. This person would work closely with the mechanical and maintenance personnel to analyze root causes of equipment failures and propose corrective actions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• For existing equipment, provide troubleshooting of electrical and electronic controls problems or breakdowns.
• Perform modifications in PLC's/Drives/Control Electronics as needed.
• Perform evaluations of existing equipment controls and network systems.
• Perform upgrades as required.

COMPETENCY:

• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills (NFPA 70E Qualified Person).
• Expertise in PLC ladder logic design and troubleshooting.
• Confident in Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs and associated hardware
• Software programs such as Allen Bradley and Siemens.
• Expertise in Motor Controllers/VFD's
• Ability to work under pressure during troubleshooting of equipment breakdown.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with good prioritization skills.
• Self-starter, with solid oral and written communication skills.
• POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:
• Full Time may need to work outside of normal hours including call ins, weekends, and holidays.
• TRAVEL: Domestic Travel (~50%)

EXPERIENCE:

• Instrumentation & Control Technician: 5 years (Preferred)
• ISA CCST Certification

Salary: $23-30 per hour, depending on experience

For more information, please visit our website: www.gwttllc.com

Ground/Water Treatment & Technology, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.