Lead Instrumentation & Controls Tech - Field Projects (FL)

Powerserve Technologies; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Advancement opportunities

Per diem & travel accommodations

Benefits package

401(k) with company match

Ongoing training

Job summary

Powerserve Technologies seeks a Lead Instrumentation & Controls Technician to oversee field installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting on industrial projects across Florida, with travel between Naples/Jupiter and other locations as needed.

The role emphasizes leadership of field crews, safety, and adherence to project specifications, along with calibration and testing of instrumentation and control systems. Strong PLC experience and ability to read P&IDs are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in instrumentation & controls or industrial electrical work.
• Proven experience leading crews on industrial or utility construction projects.
• Strong working knowledge of instrumentation, control systems, and field installation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Hands-on experience with PLC systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens).
• Experience with medium voltage switchgear and field wiring practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise field crews performing I&C installation and commissioning work.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute daily work activities in alignment with project schedules.
• Install, terminate, and test instrumentation and control systems, including panels and field devices.
• Oversee calibration and commissioning of instruments (flow, level, pressure, temperature, etc.).
• Interpret and work from electrical drawings, P&IDs, loop diagrams, and control schematics.
• Troubleshoot PLC-based control systems and field instrumentation.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, and other trades to ensure seamless execution.
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards, company policies, and project specifications.
• Review and markup drawings (redlines) and ensure accurate field documentation.
• Train and mentor junior technicians and helpers.
• Maintain productivity, quality, and accountability of assigned crews.

Skills

Leadership

Read P&IDs/Loop diagrams

Troubleshooting control panels

PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens)

Field installation practices

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

SCADA systems

VFDs

Medium voltage switchgear

Job description

Powerserve Technologies seeks a Lead Instrumentation & Controls Technician to oversee field installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting on industrial projects across Florida, with travel between Naples/Jupiter and other locations as needed.

The role emphasizes leadership of field crews, safety, and adherence to project specifications, along with calibration and testing of instrumentation and control systems. Strong PLC experience and ability to read P&IDs are required.