Instrumentation and Controls Technician

Ground Water Treatment•Colonial Heights, VA
•$23 - $30

About The Position

Ground/Water Treatment & Technology, LLC (GWTT) is an environmental contractor based in Wharton, New Jersey, providing construction dewatering, remediation, and environmental construction services. Its work includes designing, manufacturing, installing, and operating dewatering systems, as well as design/build, operation, and maintenance services for soil, groundwater, and wastewater treatment systems. The Instrumentation and Controls Technician maintains, troubleshoots, and upgrades industrial wastewater equipment control systems. The technician also assists with system design, specification, and commissioning, and works closely with mechanical and maintenance personnel to identify root causes of equipment failures and propose corrective actions. The role is full-time and includes domestic travel of approximately 50%. Work outside normal hours, including call-ins, weekends, and holidays, may be required.

Requirements

  • Strong electrical troubleshooting skills; NFPA 70E Qualified Person.
  • Expertise in PLC ladder logic design and troubleshooting.
  • Confidence working with Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs and associated hardware.
  • Experience with Allen-Bradley and Siemens software programs.
  • Expertise in motor controllers and variable-frequency drives (VFDs).
  • Ability to work under pressure while troubleshooting equipment breakdowns.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
  • Self-starter with strong oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

  • Five years of experience as an Instrumentation and Control Technician (preferred).
  • ISA CCST Certification.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot electrical and electronic control problems or breakdowns in existing equipment.
  • Modify PLCs, drives, and control electronics as needed.
  • Evaluate existing equipment controls and network systems.
  • Perform upgrades as required.
  • Assist in the design, specification, and commissioning of industrial wastewater equipment control systems.
  • Work with mechanical and maintenance personnel to analyze equipment failure root causes and propose corrective actions.
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