RTU & SCADA Technician — Field Telemetry Specialist

Vistra Corp.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Corp. in Irving, Texas is seeking a qualified technician to maintain and troubleshoot RTU communications equipment for Fossil Generation and Renewable facilities. Candidates should have a High School Diploma/GED and five years of relevant experience, ideally with documented RTU related training. This role involves fieldwork that includes physical effort and requires a valid driver’s license. The successful applicant will collaborate with plant technicians and vendors, ensuring optimal operation of telemetry systems.

Qualifications

• Field work required including strenuous physical effort.
• Five years of acceptable job-related experience preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot RTU communications equipment.
• Development and configuration of Remote Telemetry Units.
• Interface with vendors and partners.

Skills

RTU communications equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting skills

Networking protocols (Modbus & DNP3)

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED equivalent

Tools

Schematic diagrams

Job description

Vistra Corp. in Irving, Texas is seeking a qualified technician to maintain and troubleshoot RTU communications equipment for Fossil Generation and Renewable facilities. Candidates should have a High School Diploma/GED and five years of relevant experience, ideally with documented RTU related training. This role involves fieldwork that includes physical effort and requires a valid driver’s license. The successful applicant will collaborate with plant technicians and vendors, ensuring optimal operation of telemetry systems.