Field Service Control Technician

Tesco Controls, LLC•Sacramento, CA

About The Position

We understand some people are really looking for a stable company where you can grow professionally. For others it’s more important to be where you can feel you’re helping the environment and community you live in, while at a place you enjoy working. At Tesco Controls, we believe you can have it all, and we demonstrate that daily! We are looking for a highly driven Field Service Technician to join our team. If you have the skills, we are looking for such as AC/DC voltage, DC current measurement, basic computer and networking knowledge, understanding of Digital and Analog as well a basic understanding of Relay just to name a few. This job might be right for you! This position also entails daily driving with long distance. Individual must also be able to pay attention to detail and follow procedures with accuracy. As a full-service Systems Integrator and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), (Ranked #1 System Integrator focused on Water/Wastewater and #12 overall on the Global System Integrator Giants List 2023). We design, engineer, manufacture, program, and integrate electrical, power, and process control systems for water/wastewater, transportation, power, and renewable energy facilities. We help clients optimize operations, increase overall efficiency, and reduce operating costs. We employ experts in every control discipline. TESCO’s unique ability to manufacture custom solutions and design and commission equipment, power and control systems provides clients with well-designed systems that work as intended. Our total rewards package starts with career advancement and training opportunities as well as our medical/dental/vision coverage. Our flexible spending accounts and 401(k) with company match recognize the desire for financial security; as our Wellness programs and perks like company sponsored events, vacation & holiday pay, employee recognition and appreciation events create a sense of community and support our mental health. Job Summary: Responsible for complete start-up activities on project sites and document work and testing completed. Installing and troubleshooting instrumentation and other control systems provided by Tesco Controls. Applies knowledge and understanding of PLC control and troubleshooting automated control processes and the equipment used to control those processes. Tesco Controls is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. TESCO provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

Requirements

Profibus Qualified
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
High level of organizational and time management skills
Read, write, and understand the English language
Ability to travel required
Available for 24-hour on-call shifts
Use of Digital Multimeters
Basic use of power tools. (Drills/metal cutting/punches)
Intermittent Hotel stays during week
Can perform Confined Space Work
Can perform Elevated Work (Ladder/Lift)
Public speaking
College degree preferred or high school with relevant experience
Experience working in a team environment
Experience completing the required paperwork associated with instrumentation Calibration duties
Experience reading and interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Experience in writing routine reports and correspondence
Experience in speaking effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
Understanding and practice of AC/DC Voltage measurement
DC Current Measurement
Tesco Controls, general safety training
Lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, and reach
Required to use various hand tools and calibration instruments
Regularly required to walk for long periods of time
Regularly required to drive to job sites
Ability to climb ladders and stairs (at least 20 feet high) using proper safety equipment
Ability to enter into confined spaces

Responsibilities

Configures parameters and troubleshoots VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives)
Troubleshoots instrumentation and control systems using electrical ladder schematics
Calibrates, traces, and corrects control loop malfunctions; participates in the maintenance and production concerning instrument systems
Verifies accuracy of gauges and measuring instruments such as pressure, flow, temperature, pH, turbidity, and conductivity; documents failure rates on specified equipment
Start-up Commissioning Pump/Motor Controls
Loop Check wires from Field to Monitoring Devices
Inspect/Commission/Calibrate Instrumentation (Pressure/Level/Flow)
Inspect/Commission/Calibrate Analytical Sensors (pH/Chlorine/Turbidity)
Troubleshoot Electrical/Control Logic
Troubleshoot Instrumentation (Pressure/Level/Flow)
Wire modifications to panels per drawings
Site installations of electrical devices/motor controls
Repairs, tests, adjusts, or installs electronic equipment such as industrial controls, transmitters, HMI, VFD, and PLCs.
Assembles, installs or repairs wiring, electrical and electronic components
Other duties as required