Instrumentation & Electrical Controls Field Technician

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  • Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
Job Summary
Location
Dayton ,OH 45444
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
03 Jan 2025
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Job Description

Instrumentation & Electrical Controls Field Technician | Dayton, Ohio

Direct hire | Onsite


Kelly Engineering client seeks an Instrumentation & Electrical Controls Field Technician to work for their clients Dayton, OH office. Client is an industry leader in providing water and wastewater solutions to industrial customers.


Overview of the role

This position will play a crucial role in support of field operations teams, responsible for installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining mobile industrial control systems deployed at various client sites throughout the United States. This role requires expertise in electrical systems, automation technologies, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Inspect, troubleshoot, repair and/or replace items such as instruments, valves, disconnects and starters to protect personnel, and equipment to keep processes running.
  • Lead and perform preventive and corrective I&E technical services on all instrumentation, controls, and electrical equipment such as: transmitters (level, temp, etc.), controllers, motor starters, actuators, valves, indicators, switches, and gas equipment, etc.
  • Disassemble, clean, inspect, repair, and reassemble equipment such as automatic valves, motors, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to restore them to operation.
  • Measure, cut, bend, and install conduit, fittings, and tubing as needed to install or repair equipment.
  • Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical wire, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fiber optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures, etc.
  • Configure, install, and commission new instruments and controllers. Ensure they are installed and maintained per industry standards.
  • Lock, tag, try, and test energy sources to make equipment inoperable and safe to work on.
  • Plan and coordinate work with other crafts while installing new work or replacing existing parts with new models.
  • Troubleshoot and correct problems with Programmable Logic Controllers, Microprocessor Controllers, and Distributive Control Systems equipment using test equipment and techniques to restore equipment to operation.
  • Read and be able to interpret P&IDs and pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical equipment engineering drawings.
  • Demonstrates some proficiency and troubleshooting ability in PLC programming.
  • Maintains required documentation, writes site visit reports, and keeps calibration records.


Education/Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 2-3 years of industrial experience working on instrumentation and electrical equipment, and equipment calibration according to defined standards.
  • Applicable military training will be considered equivalent to industrial experience.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and skills.
  • Must have basic skills from several of the major standard industrial I & E skills including electrical AC/DC voltage, PLC, pneumatic control valves and systems, basic electronics, motor control systems, and process control systems.
  • Proficient communication and computer skills.
  • Proven ability and initiative to complete job assignments in a timely manner working independently.
  • Demonstrated ability to follow safe work practices, NEC guidelines, and standard operating procedures.
  • Must pass pre-employment drug and background screenings.


Travel

  • 30 - 50%


Client benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision
  • 401k
  • Health savings account
  • Flexible spending account
  • PTO

All applicants applying for this job opening must be legally authorized to work in the United States and are required to have US residency at the time of application. Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity. OPT or H1B Visa is not being accepted at this time.

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