Instrumentation and Controls Technician
Core
Install, program, calibrate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial control systems, instrumentation, automation equipment, and production systems to support plant operations and minimize downtime.
Role type
Senior IC instrumentation and controls technician
Builds
Industrial control systems, instrumentation, automation equipment, production systems, building control systems, and plant utility controls
Domain
Manufacturing (Food & Beverage/Almond processing)
Required skills
PLC programming and troubleshooting, HMI configuration, VFD and motor control maintenance, instrumentation calibration, electrical troubleshooting, industrial network diagnostics, SCADA system support, HVAC and building automation maintenance, reading electrical schematics and P&IDs, CMMS usage
Preferred skills
FactoryTalk, Wonderware/InTouch, Ignition, Siemens, RSLogix/Studio 5000, industrial Ethernet, experience with boilers/chillers/air compressors/wastewater/refrigeration/HVAC/dust collection/energy management systems, food/beverage/CPG/high-speed manufacturing experience
Technologies
Allen-Bradley, FactoryTalk, Wonderware/InTouch, Ignition, Siemens, RSLogix, Studio 5000, industrial Ethernet, CMMS
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and repair PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, industrial networks, and SCADA systems; Install, calibrate, and maintain pressure, temperature, flow, level, and analytical instrumentation; Diagnose and repair electrical control systems, motor controls, and safety circuits; Maintain building automation, HVAC, and utility control systems; Support equipment startup, commissioning, shutdown, and capital projects; Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions; Document work and equipment history in CMMS
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC