VFD Technician

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

McCarthy Building Companies is looking for Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) Technician for our Water & Wastewater team. This position is responsible for the installation, programming, troubleshooting and maintenance of VFDs and associated electrical/control systems used in water and wastewater treatment facilities. This role ensures reliable operation of pumps, motors, and automated processes critical to plant performance and regulatory compliance.

• Safety-First Mindset
• Paid Holidays (7)
• Paid Time Off
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) Retirement
• Professional Development
• Referral Cash Bonuses!

McCarthys 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.

• Install, configure, and commission low voltage (under 600V) VFDs for pumps, blowers, and other motor-driven equipment
• Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting on VFDs, motors, and control circuits
• Maintain and repair electrical systems (low and medium voltage) in treatment plants and lift stations
• Program and adjust VFD parameters for optimal system performance and energy efficiency
• Integrate VFDs with PLC and SCADA systems
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections on electrical and control equipment
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and technical manuals
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and minimize downtime
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Document maintenance activities, system changes, and service reports

• High school diploma or GED (Associate degree or technical certification preferred)
• 25+ years of experience with VFDs in industrial, municipal, or water/wastewater environments
• Strong understanding of:
  • AC/DC motors
  • Electrical systems and controls
  • Industrial automation
• Experience with major VFD brands (e.g., ABB, Allen-Bradley, Siemens)
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and troubleshoot complex systems
• Valid driver's license
• Experience in water or wastewater treatment facilities
• Familiarity with PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
• Knowledge of SCADA systems
• Electrical license or Journeyman certification
• OSHA safety training
• Must have reliable transportation to/from the job site
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions
• Must be self‑motivated and can work well with others
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
• Ability to perform heavy lifting/pushing/pulling of material weighing 50 pounds
• Ability to squat, crawl, and work in confined spaces
• Minimum age 18+
• Proof of Identity and Employment Authorization

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

NOTICE TO EXTERNAL SEARCH FIRMS:
McCarthys Talent Acquisition Team is the only authorized representative permitted to engage with external search firms, staffing agencies, or other third-party recruiting partners. McCarthy maintains an Approved Agency List for recruiting partners, which is reviewed and updated annually. McCarthy will only consider submissions from agencies with a signed fee agreement in place for the current year. McCarthy does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate submissions, or referrals from agencies that do not meet these requirements.

If a candidate is submitted without an active agreement, McCarthy will have no obligation to pay any fees and reserves the right to contact, engage, interview, or hire such candidate(s) without any financial or other responsibility to the submitting agency. Unsolicited resumes, including those sent directly to hiring managers or other employees, will be considered the property of McCarthy.

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