Senior Control Systems Technician

Thermo Systems•Henderson, NV

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Thermo Systems is a global, full-service control systems integration partner delivering premier class automation solutions across the Energy, Life Sciences, and Mission Critical markets. Guided by The Thermo Way, we are unified, dynamic, and committed to delivering excellence. Our culture is grounded in three core principles: Employee Success – investing in our people and their growth, Customer Success – delivering reliable, high-quality solutions, and Financial Strength – operating with discipline and long-term focus. We believe strong teams, trusted partnerships, and technical excellence drive sustainable success. The Senior Control Systems Technician will provide technical support and field coordination to control system projects and service teams. They will be accountable for assigned tasks and seeks out new responsibilities. The Senior Control Systems Technician will be expected to take direction and seek guidance from the assigned project leads, supervisors, and company leadership.

Requirements

Associate degree in Applied Science, Engineering Technology, Computer Information Systems Technology, relevant curriculum, or experience.
Typically, 5 to 8+ years industry experience.
Proven Track Record: 5+ years as Lead Control Systems Technician II or equivalent.
Shows initiative by seeking new responsibilities.
Understands and anticipates customer needs.
Builds relationships with customers.

Responsibilities

Ability to lead and assist in project installation, start-up and commissioning of control systems.
Lead and perform instrument loop checks and calibrations.
Expert in maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of control systems.
Lead and perform Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
Wire instruments and control panels.
Demonstrate understanding of Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) applications.
Expert with startup and troubleshooting of Human-Machine Interface (HMI) applications.
Expert with startup and troubleshooting of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) applications.
Expert in reading and interpreting piping & instrumentation diagrams and wiring diagrams.
Able to provide feedback regarding field conditions versus drawings.
Practice procedures outlined in the company’s Quality Management System (QMS).
Accurately document work performed.
Demonstrate understanding of control system design.
Demonstrate understanding of electrical and mechanical system design.
Demonstrate understanding of Information Technology (IT) system, network infrastructure, and computer system design, as it relates to control system integration.
Seek accredited control systems certifications and training opportunities.
Develop and demonstrate strong verbal and written business communication skills.
Communicate in an effective, positive, and proactive manner with customers.
Follow customer specific site standards and procedures.
Always conduct business in a professional manner.
Provide excellent customer care and support.
Be patient, attentive, and responsive to customers in solving their problems.
Always follow up and honor commitments with customers.
Complete assigned tasks accurately, on schedule, and under budget.
Understand the scope of work assigned to you, identify when issues arise that are beyond that scope, and communicate those issues to the assigned project lead.
Where applicable, directs and oversees junior or subordinate staff members regarding construction, operations, and/or maintenance tasks and assignments at a project site.
Participate in management and leadership training.
Manage staff technician schedules.
Effectively manage technician flow to align with company priorities.