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Powercor is the specialty services division of MKD Electric. We are a NICET-certified electrical testing, engineering, controls, and automation company. Our controls and engineering consultants are ready to support organizations providing best-in-class services in electrical testing, system design, electrical engineering, systems integration, commissioning, equipment servicing, and retrofit services.
For over twenty years, we have designed, built, installed, and maintained our clients’ systems, projects, and facilities with a wide range of service offerings. We focus on safety, value, and quality as well as building and maintaining lasting relationships with a variety of national clients in renewables, data centers, oil and gas, food and beverage, manufacturing, chemical, and pharmaceutical fields. Quickly moving into other industries, we are a fast-paced and agile company looking for a best-in-class Controls Field Service Technician willing to roll up their sleeves and exude a passion for the field.
A Controls Field Service Technician is responsible for providing preventative maintenance, repair services, and commissioning support on Critical Infrastructure Electrical and Mechanical Building Monitoring systems. The Controls Field Service Technician is required to have a basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and components, as well as a fundamental understanding of the tools and processes required to complete Controls System maintenance and repair activities.
- Provide high-level technical service to all customers, including engineering support, assist with network topology planning and system controls design functionality.
- Provide customer support and work with the project engineers, other system engineers and end-users, to assist in developing cost effective methods for an efficient SCADA controls design and system solution.
- Work with essential/key team members to understand their systems requirements to ensure the correct IP infrastructure, points list, critical alarms, and scaling set points are integrated as designed.
- Work on construction sites, assisting the Building Automation team with mechanical and electrical building monitoring system deployments, validations of design and installation, PLC code development & deployment, ventilation, chiller plant alarming, monitoring of feedback associated with valves, fans and controls associated with BMS and EPMS (Electrical Power Monitoring Systems) system and integration.
- Assist in validating electrical monitoring systems (EPMS) sequences of operation and alarm points. Validate and provide Commissioning support for system testing and point to point verifications during the various levels of system commissioning.
- Implement QA procedures to ensure quality control is properly implemented throughout projects.
- Associate’s degree in engineering technology or in an engineering-related discipline or 1 to 3 years of field experience in Electrical, engineering, construction, or critical facilities operations/maintenance experience. Relevant military experience acceptable.
- Basic knowledge and experience with electrical testing equipment including multimeters or signal generators for the installation and troubleshooting of mechanical/electrical systems.
- Understand electrical and mechanical schematic diagrams, control diagrams, prints, MOP-building operations, understanding of electrical theory, chiller control circuits and Industrial automation systems.
- Must have excellent communication and collaboration skills, ability to work in a challenging environment, be organized, and have good problem-solving skills.
- 3 to 5 years of Field service experience – working with industrial instrumentation, onsite point to point controls validation and working knowledge with preferably any of the following programs/software: Rockwell Factory Talk; Tridium; Schneider Electric: Powerlogic/Struxureware; Siemens: Apogee; Ignition: Inductive Automation; Eaton Networks; Field Servers; Jace Controllers; Modbus RTU/TCP; Bacnet; Niagara.
- Experience in the mission critical sector is highly valued.
- Knowledge and experience with the Power User Level of Windows and the associated skillset.
- Knowledge of SCADA, BMS, and PLC systems and low voltage controls systems and how they operate within the BMS/EPMS umbrella.
- Knowledge/understanding of HMI system integration concepts and SCADA applications.
- Understand electrical and mechanical schematic diagrams, control diagrams, prints, MOP-building operations, understanding of electrical theory, chiller control circuits and Industrial HVAC systems.
- Working knowledge of PLC, DDC, HMI, Contactor, Relay, Drives and any electrical components related to mechanical and electrical system controls.
- Experience with industrial automation programming and building databases.
- Must have excellent communication and collaboration skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be organized, and have good problem-solving skills
The physical demands described within are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to lift to 20-30 pounds independently; lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels
- Must be able to remain stationary position for extended periods of time, prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
MKD employees are the company’s greatest assets. To ensure employees are living life to the fullest we offer a wide range of benefits to ensure a well-balanced and healthy lifestyle in the office and at home. From mental wellbeing, physical health, and financial planning, to engaging perks and discounts, we are in the business of celebrating and supporting all of the moments that matter. Along with flexible vacation, and parental leave, we prioritize initiatives that support the growth, development, and happiness of our people.
- On the job training with fully accredited training programs
- Eligibility to Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and 401K with company match
- Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization
- Company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career growth & development
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship
MKD Electric is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. MKD Electric also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based upon any of these protected categories.
Please note this job description is a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
