Electrical Instrumentation & Controls Technician

Overview

Craft—Tomball, Texas

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion.

McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values of:
Genuine. We, Not I. All In. We Live Our Core Values. We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity. We are Employee Owned. We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities. We Feel Like a Family. We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.

We are Builders. We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

McCarthy Building Companies is seeking a Field EI&C Technician responsible for advanced electrical, instrumentation and control system tasks. This technician operates with minimal supervision and is proficient in system integration, advanced troubleshooting, and quality control.

• Safety-First Mindset
• Paid Holidays (7)
• Paid Time Off
• Medical
• Vision
• 401(k) Retirement
• Professional Development

McCarthy’s core purpose is to be the Best Builder in America. We value our skilled tradespeople, and we know the abilities you bring to make us a better company. Together, we can build great things.

• Independently lead installations, calibrations, or testing of complex instrumentation systems
• Perform high-level diagnostics and root cause analysis of control and automation issues
• Ensure installations adhere to electrical codes, engineering specs, and QA/QC standards
• Perform onsite control panel investigations and modifications
• Troubleshoot and maintain controls for pumps, valves, and motors

• Advanced knowledge of industrial automation systems, control wiring, and instrumentation
• Proven experience with VFDs and motor starters
• Excellent problem-solving and documentation skills
• Ability to perform installations that meet National Electrical Code requirements
• Leadership qualities with the ability to mentor and support junior staff effectively
• Safely troubleshoot and modify 480 VAC control panels (starters, relays, timers, etc.)
• Ability to read and completely understand control/PLC panel drawings

• 5+ years of field experience in EI&C roles
• Proven experience with water/wastewater treatment systems
• Familiarity with control panels, SCADA systems, and PLC interfaces
• Technical certification or associate degree in instrumentation, automation, or a related field
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining pumps, motors, and valves

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.