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SR. Technician - Technician - Controls and Instrumentation

Job in San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas, 78208, USA
Listing for: Southwest Research Institute
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-26
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Installation Technician, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Field/Service Technician
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 55000 - 75000 USD Yearly USD 55000.00 75000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: SR. TECHNICIAN - TECHNICIAN - Controls and Instrumentation

Who We Are

Our team is responsible for the design, equipment procurement, construction, and commissioning of the process controls for various scale pilot plants. By joining our team, you will receive an additional $500.00 in your first paycheck (minus applicable taxes).

Objectives of this Role

Look and wire up electrical equipment safely. Able to handle up to 480 VAC safely. Ability to specify appropriate wire gauze, fuse size, and wiring connections. Look and wire up controls equipment safely. Able to handle delicate instruments at low voltages. Specify signal type, fuse size, excitation power, and connections properly. Complete design and mechanical buildup of control cabinets and cable support (drilling, mounting, etc.)

with power tools. Document work in the field (labels) and electronically (logs and spreadsheets). Program in PLC control systems such as DeltaV, Allen Bradley, iFix, Daq Factory. Operate specialized equipment like voltmeter and signal generator to troubleshoot electrical issues. Work with controls engineers to set or modify signal parameters.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities
  • Work order creation to ensure understanding of the job and safe working conditions.
  • Assess situations and work safely around electronics and chemicals.
  • Installation requiring specialized tools and equipment.
  • Research and/or contact vendors to identify and properly utilize new and existing equipment.
  • Documentation of as built or as modified wiring connections.
  • Documentation of troubleshooting strategies and solutions.
  • Knowledge and use of Outlook, Excel, Word, One Note, Teams.
  • Maintenance and repair requiring specialized tools and equipment as well as consulting manuals and customer support.
  • PLC troubleshooting requiring understanding of PLC programming and hardware interfacing.
  • Provide designs, recommendations, or custom solutions for builds, modifications, and/or repairs.
  • Provide feedback on improving existing infrastructure.
Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Coursework or training in Instrumentation, Process Controls, Equipment Power, or related Associate degree is preferred.

  • Shift work 24/7 will be required.
  • 2-4 years:
    Hands on experience working with electrical systems such fabrication, maintenance, repair, management of AC/DC power and/or PLC controls.
  • 2-4 years:
    Computer experience with Teams, Excel, Word, One Note.
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.
Special Requirements

Must be a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, non-U.S. citizen national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) due to ITAR work in section.

Job Location s

San Antonio, Texas

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