Senior Controls Technician: PLC/DDC Start-Up Expert

Hoffman & Hoffman Inc; Roanoke (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoffman & Hoffman Inc. seeks a Sr. Controls Technician to lead start-up and commissioning of PLC and DDC-based controls systems. You will organize commissioning activities, verify system operability on-site, and direct electrical subcontractors to ensure proper installation.

You will maintain project documentation, coordinate with programmers, and drive timely project turnover to management. This role requires strong troubleshooting skills, travel, and deep knowledge of HVAC control systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of controls experience.
• 5+ years of BACnet controls experience.
• Proficient with Alerton, Distech, Delta, Niagara, or Tridium programming.

Responsibilities

• Organizes commissioning of DDC and/or PLC projects by assessing requirements and timelines.
• Ensures proper system operability via on-site performance verification with engineer.
• Directs electrical subcontractors to assure proper installation and methods.
• Maintains project documentation including diagrams, sequences, and turnover sheets.
• Completes commissioning of DDC/PLC projects and coordinates with project management for close-out.

Skills

Controls programming

BACnet controls

Team leadership

HVAC control theory

Industrial electronics

Troubleshooting

Allen Bradley Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

Ignition Core/Gold

Travel willingness

Tools

Alerton

Distech

Delta

Niagara

Tridium

Job description

Hoffman & Hoffman Inc. seeks a Sr. Controls Technician to lead start-up and commissioning of PLC and DDC-based controls systems. You will organize commissioning activities, verify system operability on-site, and direct electrical subcontractors to ensure proper installation.

You will maintain project documentation, coordinate with programmers, and drive timely project turnover to management. This role requires strong troubleshooting skills, travel, and deep knowledge of HVAC control systems.