Control Systems Specialist

Control Systems Specialist – Decatur, IL

Responsible for performing field repairs of control devices in production areas within the plant, following all safety protocols and preventive maintenance schedules.

• Adhere to all safety rules and identify and correct potential safety issues.
• Apply strong instrumentation, maintenance, and test equipment knowledge.
• Use precision‑measuring instruments to test performance during repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Follow SOPs and PM task instruction sets.
• Apply mechanical/electrical analysis to diagnose and solve problems on process systems and instrumentation.
• Use PLC logic, P&, and electrical schematics as diagnostic tools.
• Configure and calibrate control system instruments with HART communicators.
• Troubleshoot motor control circuits, 4‑20mA instrument loops, VFDs, soft‑start controllers, PLC networks, and other industrial controls.
• Maintain and calibrate process analyzers, continuous emissions monitors, discrete & analog control valves, and transmitters.
• Interface with the CMMS to record labor, locate spare parts, and identify storeroom locations.

• Ability to safely lift equipment and tools up to 50lb without mechanical assistance.
• Proficiency in using hand tools at shoulder height or higher, including under ergonomically stressful conditions.
• Capability to work in elevated positions with fall‑rescue equipment and to climb stairs or ladders up to 15ft.
• Wearing and understanding PPE requirements, including passing a pulmonary test for use of breathing air masks.
• Capability to stand for prolonged periods, bend, twist at the waist and knees, and handle hot or cold environments.
• Experience in Microsoft Office 365.

• Starting pay of $39.31/hr plus overtime.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and floating days.
• Parental leave for new parents.
• Curriculum and training support.