What You Will Do
As a Service Department Automation Technician, you will be responsible for setting up instrumentation, calibrating instrumentation, start-ups, and troubleshooting instrumentation, wiring, controls, and modifying PLC/HMI code. Along with VFD and MCC troubleshooting and commissioning.
A Typical Day at Prime Controls Service Department
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Learns site operational processes to understand desired objectives and functions of instrumentation and controls. Reviews plans and schematics.
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Connects instruments and confirms proper operation.
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Sets up instrumentation at customer sites. Configures instruments to include calibrations, documentation, schematics, and manufacturers’ specifications.
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Performs basic PLC and HMI programming tasks.
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Trouble shoot and implament telemtry systems.
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Performs electrical terminations and testing to assure that wiring and controls are properly installed and performing the correct functions.
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Verifies and test all points of the design layout.
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Troubleshoots problems during start-up. Repair often involves review and adjustments to programming where necessary.
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Service Calls, Performs work orders during the day as well as “on-call” periods for after-hours support. Troubleshoots wiring, equipment, and PLC/HMI code.
What You Will Bring
The Basic
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3+ years of related experience
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Basic Microsoft Office skills
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Must be able to use hand tools, pressure pumps, and electrical meters of all types.
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Familiarity with PLC and HMI software
The Preferred
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4+ years of related experience
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Fiber certification
Salary Range: 35-42/hr
