SCADA Controls Technician

Woodardcurran; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 100% match

Observed holidays

Paid parental leave

Health plan options

Job summary

Woodard & Curran in Orlando, Florida is seeking a skilled technician to support, maintain, and repair industrial electrical and electronic control systems. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience working with PLCs and VFDs.

Applicants should possess strong communication skills, a valid driver's license, and be physically capable of meeting job demands including travel. Benefits include a 401(k) plan with a company match, paid leave, and health insurance options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial or municipal environments.
• Experience in maintaining electrical control systems and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work under pressure and provide 24/7 on-call support.

Responsibilities

• Support and repair industrial electrical control systems.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, OITs/HMIs, and plant-floor networks.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and system backups.

Skills

Hands-on field experience with PLCs and VFDs

Proficiency with Rockwell PowerFlex, Danfoss, ABB

Ethernet/IP and network troubleshooting

Strong understanding of industrial power distribution

Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams

Knowledge of safety protocols and NFPA 70E compliance

Strong communication skills in English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities and happy people. As an employee‑owned company, we strive to cultivate teams that encourage collaboration in an inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues. We prioritize our people, offering opportunities for professional growth, ownership and flexibility. This commitment enables us to make a meaningful impact on our clients, communities and the planet.

Responsibilities

• Support, maintain, and repair industrial electrical and electronic control systems
• Work independently and collaboratively with Maintenance Technicians, Production Engineers, Operators/Supervisors, and Contractors under general supervision
• Rapidly troubleshoot and repair PLCs, OITs/HMIs, instrumentation, and plant‑floor networks in live production environments
• Diagnose and repair motor controls including VFDs, soft starters, across‑line starters, and reduced‑voltage starters
• Maintain and troubleshoot radio telemetry systems
• Perform loop checks, sensor calibration, transmitter replacement, valve/actuator repairs, and control panel wiring modifications
• Execute field upgrades, I/O expansions, radio path studies, antenna replacements, and minor PLC logic or HMI screen changes while minimizing plant downtime
• Remotely monitor assets across facilities, spot performance issues, and schedule or perform corrective actions
• Conduct preventive maintenance, system backups, basic disaster‑recovery tests, and firmware/security updates on field devices
• Document all work including service tickets, root‑cause analysis reports, as‑built drawings, infrastructure inventories, and system changes
• Respond to emergency situations, provide 24/7 on‑call support (rotational), and participate in rapid‑response fieldwork when required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on field experience with PLCs and VFDs in industrial or municipal environments
• Proficiency with Rockwell PowerFlex, Danfoss, ABB, and similar variable frequency drives
• Experience with Ethernet/IP, managed/unmanaged switches, and basic network troubleshooting
• Skilled in modifying HMIs and tuning PID loops
• Strong understanding of industrial power distribution (480 V–15 kV medium/low voltage systems)
• Ability to read, interpret, and red‑line P&IDs, loop sheets, and electrical wiring diagrams
• Proven experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical components and control systems
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety protocols, LOTO, arc‑flash hazard recognition, and NFPA 70E compliance
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills in English

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Regular travel to client facilities (typically within driving distance) with regional travel up to 50–70 % and occasional overnight stays
• Physically able to lift and carry 40 lbs repeatedly
• Comfortable working from heights (ladders, scissor lifts, platforms) and in confined spaces
• Ability to work on live control panels while wearing proper arc‑flash PPE following NFPA 70E protocols
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license with no major infractions
• Must maintain a valid REAL ID driver’s license or other TSA‑approved identification

Benefits

• 401(k) pre‑tax or Roth contributions with 100 % match of first 3 % of salary
• Observed holidays: choose up to 8 holidays to observe annually
• Vacation accrued based on years of experience; calculated on hours worked
• Sick time paid for non‑work‑related illness or injury
• Parental leave: up to 80 hours of paid parental leave for child bonding
• Paid short‑term and long‑term disability
• Health plan options plus dental and vision plans
• Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D; additional voluntary life insurance available through Sun Life
• DarioMind assistance program and mental health resources

Equal Employment Opportunity

Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non‑discrimination and make employment decisions based on job‑related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Beth Sweitzer.