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Field Controls Technician

Field Controls Technician

Synerfac Technical Staffing

Columbus, OH

$43 - $48/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Job Opportunity: Columbus, OH
Our client is looking for a Field Controls Technician to join their team. Our client is growing fast globally and looking for top talent to join their team. They are a leading global supplier of Abrasive Blasting and Painting Facilities to a range of different industries.
The Field Controls Technician will be responsible for supporting installation, commissioning, and controls integration of automated systems. This role blends hands-on field work with advanced troubleshooting and PLC programming.
Responsibilities/Duties:
- Detailed review of new system installations to confirm prints and functionality as designed
- Conduct startup and commissioning of new installations
- Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLC systems including Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, and Schneider Electric
- Generate installation and commissioning reports
- Support subcontractors to ensure installation quality meets design intent
- Conduct training for operations and maintenance teams
- Provide remote and on-site technical support to customers
- Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and control system issues during startup
- Review and modify PLC programs to support commissioning and troubleshooting activities
- Support HMI setup, I/O validation, and system communications
- Verify delivered components and ensure all parts are available for installation
- Communicate with customers throughout installation for scope, updates, and issue resolution
- Gather feedback from subcontractors to improve installation processes
- Work with PMs and PEs to de-risk field issues during installation
- Provide daily updates on project status, punch list items, and risks
- Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies during installation and commissioning · Implement quality control measures to ensure accurate and complete installations
- Other tasks and duties based upon business needs
Requirements/Qualifications:
- 3-5+ years of experience in industrial controls, automation, or field service
- Ability to make and modify existing PLC programs
- Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience with Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, and Schneider Electric
- Experience diagnosing complex and intermittent system failures
- Strong understanding of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
- Experience commissioning and troubleshooting industrial equipment
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and layouts
- Ability to coordinate multiple teams during installation phases
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneDrive/SharePoint
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Since 1987, Synerfac has served three groups, Our Clients, Our Candidates and Our Staff. We treat all three with equal importance because we recognize the synergy of success when one group succeeds, We all succeed. Synerfac is in the business of providing opportunities and adding value. We strive to create extraordinary experiences. For our clients we provide staffing services that enable them to focus on their core competencies which will add value to their businesses. For our employees we provide permanent and temporary assignments that complement their job skills and experience while providing professional and financial rewards. For our staff –we provide careers that are balanced, uplifting and carry the highest rewards by continually improving our business process. Our goal is to enhance the lives and enterprises of all those we touch to make them better off for having known us.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Cherry Hill, NJ, US

Year founded

1987

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Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Field Service Technician?

A: To succeed as a Field Service Technician, key technical skills include proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing complex equipment, knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, and familiarity with industry-specific software and tools. Soft skills such as strong communication and problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and a customer-centric approach are also essential, as they enable technicians to effectively interact with clients, resolve issues efficiently, and provide excellent service. By combining these technical and soft skills, Field Service Technicians can deliver high-quality service, build strong customer relationships, and advance in their careers through opportunities for specialization, leadership, or technical expertise.

Q: What is the career path for a Field Service Technician?

A: A Field Service Technician's typical career progression involves starting as a Technician or Service Technician, where they gain hands-on experience and develop technical skills, then advancing to roles such as Senior Technician or Team Lead, where they oversee teams and mentor junior technicians. Mid-level roles like Service Manager or Operations Coordinator provide opportunities for leadership development and business acumen, while senior roles like Service Director or Operations Manager involve strategic planning and team leadership. With experience and additional education, Field Service Technicians can transition into related fields like sales, project management, or even start their own service-based businesses.

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