PLC Technician

JOB PURPOSE: The PLC Technician is responsible for the start-up and commissioning of PLC and DDC control systems by following commissioning procedures and guidelines.

Qualifications (One of More of the Following):

• 2+ years’ experience with Siemens TIA Portal or Allen Bradley Studio 5000 programming
• 3+ years' PLC installation, commissioning and troubleshooting
• Inductive Automation Ignition, ICONICS or VT SCADA experience
• 2+ years' Tridium AX or N4 programming experience
• 2+ years' Distech, Alerton or Delta BMS programming and commissioning experience
• Data center, central utility plant, manufacturing or process control systems startups

Controls Technician Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• ORGANIZES COMMISSIONING OF DDC and or PLC PROJECTS by accepting projects from project management; analyzing commissioning workload timelines; understanding project requirements, sequence of operation, programming, and system type; conferring and collaborating with other members of the engineering and programming team.
• ENSURES PROPER SYSTEM OPERABILITY by assisting in an onsite performance verification (“Big Picture Checkout”) with the HBT engineer to verify the system is functioning as it was designed.
• DIRECTS ELECTRICAL SUBCONTRACTORS by prioritizing areas of completion; answering questions to assure proper installation; enforcing proper installation methods verifying proper installation.
• MAINTAINS PROJECT DOCUMENTATION by updating wiring diagrams, sequence changes, and check-out documentation; maintaining current program and graphical displays; maintaining project commissioning sheets; collaborating with Project Managers and Programmers to assure that current documentation is accurately and promptly transmitted from the field.
• COMPLETES COMMISSIONING OF DDC and or PLC PROJECTS by organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling start-up activities; coordinating with programming for needed modifications and corrections for programming and Displays; organizing turnover to Project Manager for project close-out; following up on work results.
• COMMUNICATES PROJECT INFORMATION by updating Project Managers and Construction Coordinator as to construction progress; updating any project deadline information; advising as to any changes in schedule or change orders; logging daily work in a project manual or work diary.
• ACHIEVES FINANCIAL OBJECTIVES by cooperating with the Ops management team in reviewing monthly job labor cost reports as needed; initiating corrective actions as directed.
• MAINTAINS INDUSTRY TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE by attending approved educational workshops; reviewing industry publications; reviewing Dealer Intranets; maintaining knowledge of proper electrical and mechanical installation methods; reviewing product specifications and catalogs on project material.
• CONTRIBUTES TO TEAM EFFORT by leading by example; initiating an open and positive attitude; preparing for and attending training meetings; assisting in the training of new employees; sharing technical information with associates; accomplishing related results as needed.
• WILLINGNESS AND ABILITY TO TRAVEL by Cooperating and understanding the importance of high-profile customers with locations in multiple regions and recognizing a sense of urgency with those needs.

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of HVAC Control Theory & Applications
• Proficient with Allen Bradley Studio 5000 or Siemens TIA Portal
• Inductive Automation Ignition Core or Gold certification
• Experience with electronics and basic electrical circuits
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised
• Strong communication and interactive skills
• Technical Military training

No Phone Calls or Drop-Ins Please.

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