Systems Technician

Applied Industrial Technologies

$80,000.00 - $100,000.00 / yr

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United States, Ohio, Cleveland

Mar 28, 2025

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Industrial/Commercial Control Systems service for ISI customers in the local area, relating to their needs in the following areas: SCADA Systems, PLC Programming, CAD Drawings, Industrial Networking, Systems Calibration, and other duties as assigned.
Perform field maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of instrumentation and control systems in a timely, accurate, and safe manner.
Calibrate pressure, temperature, flow, and various other instrumentation
Commission instrumentation and shoot loops
Install and Calibrate measuring and positioning devices
Lead projects and installations while working with other trades/contractors
Perform minor electrical maintenance
Support Instrument Technicians in the field with issues related to interfacing field devices to DCS & SCADA systems, special needs testing, and technical support.
Complete all applicable documentation for actions taken.
Report job activity as well as maintain detailed logs about service calls, parts, and orders
Represent Company during Field Service tasks providing a "can do" attitude
Identify and report safety issues to proper customer representative
Identify opportunities for upgrades at the customer facility
Research task criteria prior to arriving on work site
Use company vehicle to travel to and from job sites while maintaining defensive driving habits that reflect upon the sterling reputation of the company.

Competencies:

Adaptability	Customer Service	Job Knowledge	Quality
Communication	Dependability	Problem Solving	Results Driven
Computer Skills	Initiative	Product Expertise	Technical Skills

Essential Mental Functions:

Strong background in electrical/electronics, & process instrumentation.
Self-Motivated, Self-Driven, and the ability to Self-Manage is crucial.
High energy, technically competent, and resourceful; Extreme attention to detail.
Strong verbal & written communication skills.
Excellent math, computer, and mechanical skills.
Strong Computer skills in the following areas:
- Microsoft Visual Basic and/or other basic programming software
- AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, or other computer aided design software
- Understanding of networks and network structure desired
- Programming in multiple programming languages and scripting techniques
Basic familiarity of radio-based communications and protocols
Strong understanding of industrial controls and process controls including PID Loops and pump control, industrial instrument calibrations, and repairs.
- Analog current loops (4-20mAdc, 1-5Vdc, etc.) and the conversion process between these instrument loops and their PLC counterparts in numeric counts.
Strong Electrical knowledge and a good understanding of the National Electrical Code
Knowledge of required equipment, including hand tools, volt-ohm meters, power tools, and instrument loops, etc.
- Note: If candidate does not possess all the above functions on hire date, On the Job Training (OJT) will be provided. Learning new functions daily is expected and a requirement for this position. Candidate must be willing to learn and willing to teach others.

Essential Physical Functions/Equipment Used:

Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 75lbs
Must be able to stand, kneel, and walk for long periods of time
Must be able to climb ladders and stairs in an industrial environment
Must be able to work at heights utilizing fall protection
Must be available for occasional call-ins
Available for overnight travel to various locations & customer sites to provide service and training based on business needs
Duties performed indoors & outdoors with exposure to weather, elements, heavy equipment, power tools, clean room, animal/insect bites, dirt, and noise
Ability to travel nationally when required.

Preferred/Required Education/Experience:

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering (BSEE / BSEET / ASEE with PLC Programing) required. Additional experience can be substituted for degree requirement.
1-3+ years' experience programming PLCs (Allen Bradley, Automation Direct, MOSCAD, etc.) required; Process/Flow Control experience strongly desired.
1-3+ years' experience with Computer based HMI software (Wonderware, VTSCADA, Lookout, etc.) required.
Strong computer proficiency required, namely the ability to operate a variety of electronic and microcomputer instruments used to measure and control variables such as pressure, flow, temperature, and level.
Electrical/electrician experience required
Tubing, tray, and instrument stand installation experience a plus
Industrial safety training

Work Environment:

Varied environment: customer facilities will include indoor and outdoor environments, with exposure to all potential weather elements, clean rooms, factories, construction areas, and others