Senior BAS Controls Technician — PLC/SCADA Expert (Travel)

Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc. seeks a Controls Technician to install, program, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain building automation systems (BAS). The role collaborates with engineering, maintenance, and IT to optimize performance and energy savings.

Requirements include hands-on PLC programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens), experience with SCADA (Tridium, Ignition, ICONICS), and SQL/Python for data handling. Travel up to 75% is expected.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in building automation, controls, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming software (Allen Bradley, Siemens, RsLogix/Step 7).
• Proficiency in SCADA systems (Tridium, Ignition, VT SCADA, Wonderware, ICONICS).
• Experience with Python for scripting and automation.
• Proficient with SQL for database management and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and program BAS using multiple PLC platforms.
• Monitor and optimize building performance via SCADA systems.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, controllers, and automation software to minimize downtime.
• Program, analyze, and optimize SQL databases for BAS data collection and reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement automation strategies.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and regular system checks.
• Maintain thorough documentation for configurations and procedures.
• Travel up to 75% to job sites.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA

Python

SQL

HVAC systems

Communication

Tools

Allen Bradley Studio 5000

RsLogix 5000

Siemens STEP 7 (TIA Portal)

Tridium

Ignition

VT SCADA

Wonderware

Distech GFX

Alerton Compass

ICONICS

Job description

Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc. seeks a Controls Technician to install, program, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain building automation systems (BAS). The role collaborates with engineering, maintenance, and IT to optimize performance and energy savings.

Requirements include hands-on PLC programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens), experience with SCADA (Tridium, Ignition, ICONICS), and SQL/Python for data handling. Travel up to 75% is expected.