Controls Technician – PLC & BMS Automation Expert

GENERAL PURPOSE

To troubleshoot, maintain and enhance the accuracy, reliability and system control’s data credibility of PLC and PC based automation systems. Effectively utilize building management system’s interface tools and equipment to achieve efficiency. Communicate and partner with internal engineering staff and equipment vendors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Exhibit the ability to troubleshoot and perform basic design of PLC logic, operator interface terminal, energy management systems and electrical installations.

• Statistically interpret and improve automated system’s performance parameters, at macro/micro level.

• Perform Preventive Maintenance for controls and systematize electrical/control parts inventory.

• Coordinate with vendors, installation of electrical or controls; as instructed.

• Maintain accurate record keeping such as: work orders, timesheets, parts requests.

• Maintain parts procedure and inventory control

• Will assist other members of maintenance department as assigned

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (cont.)

COMPETENCIES

Technical / Functional Competence

Adaptability

Commitment

Analysis & Judgment

Flexibility

Quality of Work

QUALIFICATIONS & SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED

Functional familiarity with HVAC principles for Building Management Systems (BMS).
Knowledgeable in the assembly of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, robotic operation and vision systems and the ability to assemble new equipment; and modify existing manufacturing equipment.
Connect, test, and maintain electrical systems for a variety of purposes, including climate control, security and communications.
Understanding of 3 phase distribution and 3 phase power transmission system.
Firm grasp on testing 3 phase related equipment 480v and below.
Energy management (BMS) software and hardware familiarity.
Clear understanding of power systems grounding and safe grounding practices.
Familiarity with Motor Control Center (MCC)
Understanding of Arc Flash Hazard.
Familiarity: electrical construction and configuration (hardware/software) of basic electrical components used in automation systems:
Solenoids – Beacons – Proximity Switches, etc.
Understanding of PLC Hardware:
Pico Controllers, Micro Logix 1500, Compact Logix, Control Logix and SLC 500 systems. 1794 Flex I/O system.
Familiarity would be a plus with: WAGO-I/O System, Siemens Simatic Step 7, Controller Area Network (CAN), B&R X67 I/O system.
Must be flexible to work any shift and/or weekends as scheduled.
Exhibit the ability to work independently, safely and with limited supervision.
Must place the utmost importance on working safely, and maintain a safe work environment for yourself and others, at all times

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Job requires ability to work in a warehouse environment, on a concrete floor all day

Requires continuous, standing, walking, hearing, pushing, and pulling

Consistent timeliness and regular attendance is necessary

Frequently reaching, bending, stooping, talking, hearing (audio equipment), handling objects with hands and lifting to 50 lbs

Vision requirements:
Ability to see information in print and/or electronically

This role requires full-time in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration, client support, mentoring, coaching, and/or feedback

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None