Automation and Controls Technician, l-lll bei Novate Solutions Inc

Description

Novate Solutions Inc. a process control engineering firm providing engineering and managed services to a variety of industrial clients with offices in Livermore, West Sacramento and Merced, CA. Novate is looking for an Automation and Controls Technician l-lll based out of our Livermore, CA location, but dedicated to a client site in the Fremont, CA area. Under limited supervision this individual must have the ability to operate multiple concurrent projects, provide support initiative, possess exceptional awareness, and be extremely organized with adaptive time management skills. The primary purpose of this role is to deliver exceptional service by completing all project deliverables on time for all assigned projects, meeting all company quality control requirements and keeping customers briefed on project status. The ideal individual is flexible, collaborative, a team player, works well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

To be successful in this role, the ideal individual must:

• Effective communicator both verbally and in writing.
• Self-starter, not afraid to take initiative and highly self-motivated.
• Well organized with exceptional time management skills.

Responsibilities:

• Perform calibrations on industrial instrumentation (e.g., pH probes, water/air flowmeters)
• Conduct routine inspections, on-demand calibrations, testing, maintenance and repair of instruments, meters, gauges and other testing equipment
• Execute precision calibration procedures in accordance with documented standards
• Use test equipment and standards to ensure repeatable and accurate results
• Log field notes detailing corrective actions
• Document all modifications and configuration updates as part of standard operating procedures
• Design and interpret software, technical specifications, flowcharts and diagrams
• Write, test and refine efficient maintainable code in various programming languages
• Develop software verification plans, conduct unit/integration testing and debug applications
• Maintain technical documentation, code comments and project layouts for internal and end-user reference
• Provide guidance and process insight to system owners and trades personnel for troubleshooting efforts
• Collaborate effectively within a team environment
• Accurately document field labor time in ticket system
• Communicate clearly with team members and partner companies
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of controls software (PLC/PAC, HMI, VFD)
• Electrical knowledge and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read electrical schematics
• A high level of technical experience
• Ability to trouble shoot and problem solve quickly and under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to accurately type 35+ WPM.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

Education and Experience:

Associate degree in electronics or industrial instrumentation (preferred).

Minimum of two (2) years of field experience programming or supporting industrial controls systems and instrumentation

License/Certifications:

US Citizen. Valid CA driver’s license with clean DMV record.

Physical Demands:

The ability to lift up to 75 pounds with frequent standing, sitting for long periods of time, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching and crawling into confined spaces.

Travel Requirements:

Ability to travel locally or out of the area when necessary. Travel locally up to 30% of the time.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

Ability to pass a DOD security level background check.

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• 401(k)
• Flexible work schedule
• Health, vision and dental insurance
• Wellness benefits
• Life Insurance
• Identity theft protection

Novate Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $60.00 - $70.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Livermore/ Fremont CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)