Controls / Instrumentation / PLC Field Technician

BCI Technologies • Fort Myers, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

BCI Technologies is seeking a Controls / Instrumentation / PLC Field Technician to support water and wastewater facilities in Ft Myers. This role focuses on field service, instrumentation, troubleshooting, system calibration, and onsite support for PLC/SCADA control systems. The ideal candidate has strong electrical and instrumentation skills, enjoys hands-on problem solving, and can work independently in a fast-paced field environment. This position performs corrective and preventive maintenance, system diagnostics, repairs, calibrations, and installations related to PLC control panels and a wide range of field instrumentation. Work includes travel to plant sites across the state, collaborating with operations and engineering teams, and ensuring reliable operation of control and monitoring systems.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, Associate Degree, or equivalent experience
• Proficiency in AC/DC circuits, plant controls, and electrical safety
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs
• Experience with instrumentation, calibration tools, PLCs, pneumatic valves, motor controls, and basic electronics
• Ability to record operating data and perform instrument calibrations using standard test equipment
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Computer proficiency including MS Office
• Ability to work independently and with field/engineering teams
• Willingness to work overtime/weekends as needed
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and travel statewide to job sites

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, modifications, and installations on PLC panels and control systems
• Test and calibrate flow, level, and pressure instrumentation
• Use schematics, blueprints, wire lists, and manuals to complete field work
• Maintain documentation for installations, maintenance, calibrations, and system modifications
• Support staff and management in resolving control system issues
• Inspect, maintain, and repair SCADA systems, telemetry, instrumentation, communications, access control, security systems, CCTV, protective relays, meters, and backup power systems

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree