PLC Controls Technician

PLC Controls Technician

PLC Controls Technician

Accentuate Staffing is partnered with an established industry leader in the controls and automation industry in the Triangle area to hire a PLC Controls Technician.

Job Purpose:

The PLC Technician is responsible for the start-up and commissioning of PLC and DDC based controls systems by following commissioning procedures and guidelines.

Responsibilities:

  • ORGANIZES COMMISSIONING OF DDC and or PLC based PROJECTS by accepting projects from project management; analyzing commissioning workload timelines; understanding project requirements, sequence of operation, programming, and system type; conferring and collaborating with other members of the engineering and programming team.
  • ENSURES PROPER SYSTEM OPERABILITY by assisting in an onsite performance verification (“Big Picture Checkout”) with the HBT engineer to verify the system is functioning as it was designed.
  • DIRECTS ELECTRICAL SUBCONTRACTORS by prioritizing areas of completion; answering questions to assure proper installation; enforcing proper installation methods verifying proper installation.
  • MAINTAINS PROJECT DOCUMENTATION by updating wiring diagrams, sequence changes, and check-out documentation; maintaining current program and graphical displays; maintaining project commissioning sheets; collaborating with Project Managers and Programmers to assure that current documentation is accurately and promptly transmitted from the field.
  • COMPLETES COMMISSIONING OF DDC and or PLC based PROJECTS by organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling start-up activities; coordinating with programming for needed modifications and corrections for programming and Displays; organizing turnover to Project Manager for project close-out; following up on work results.
  • COMMUNICATES PROJECT INFORMATION by updating Project Managers and Construction Coordinator as to construction progress; updating any project deadline information; advising as to any changes in schedule or change orders; logging daily work in a project manual or work diary.
  • ACHIEVES FINANCIAL OBJECTIVES by cooperating with the Ops management team in reviewing monthly job labor cost reports as needed; initiating corrective actions as directed.
  • MAINTAINS INDUSTRY TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE by attending approved educational workshops; reviewing industry publications; reviewing Dealer Intranets; maintaining knowledge of proper electrical and mechanical installation methods; reviewing product specifications and catalogs on project material.
  • CONTRIBUTES TO TEAM EFFORT by leading by example; initiating an open and positive attitude; preparing for and attending training meetings; assisting in the training of new employees; sharing technical information with associates; accomplishing related results as needed.
  • WILLINGNESS AND ABILITY TO TRAVEL by Cooperating and understanding the importance of high-profile customers with locations in multiple regions and recognizing a sense of urgency with those needs.

Requirements:

  • 3+ years’ experience with one or more of the following:
  • Siemens or Allen Bradley PLC programming, installation and commissioning
  • Inductive Automation Ignition SCADA or other SCADA systems
  • Siemens SIMATIC and Allen Bradley ControlLogix programming, installation and commissioning
  • Data center, central utility plant, manufacturing or process control systems startups
  • Preferred Skills and Abilities:
    • Knowledge of HVAC Control Theory & Applications
    • Proficient with Allen Bradley Studio 5000 or Siemens TIA Portal
    • Inductive Automation Ignition Core or Gold certification
    • Experience with electronics and basic electrical circuits
    • Strong troubleshooting skills
    • Computer hardware and software skills including
    • Ability to work independently and unsupervised
    • Strong communication and interactive skills
    • Technical Military training

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