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Systems Technician

Applied Industrial Technologies
$80,000.00 - $100,000.00 / yr
company vehicle
United States, Ohio, Akron
621 Miami Street (Show on map)
Dec 11, 2024
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
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