# Controls Systems Technician

**Company**: Saronic Technologies
**Work arrangement**: onsite
**Experience**: mid
**Job type**: full-time
**Category**: Engineering
**Industry**: Technology

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## Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and hands-on Controls Systems Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated control systems and instrumentation across our facility. Working closely with engineers and operations staff, you will play a critical role in keeping our processes running safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime.

Responsibilities:

* Install, calibrate, and commission instrumentation and control system components including sensors, transmitters, valves, actuators, and controllers
* Perform routine preventive maintenance on PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and associated field devices
* Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical, pneumatic, and control system faults using schematics, ladder logic, and diagnostic tools
* Assist controls engineers with system upgrades, modifications, and startup activities
* Monitor and maintain SCADA/HMI systems, reporting anomalies and performing basic configuration changes as directed
* Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, loop diagrams, and technical manuals
* Document maintenance activities, equipment history, and calibration records in the CMMS
* Maintain instrument calibration records and ensure traceability to applicable standards
* Follow all safety procedures including LOTO (Lockout/Tagout), arc flash, and confined space protocols
* Coordinate with operations to minimize process disruptions during maintenance windows
* Support reliability improvement initiatives and root cause analysis (RCA) efforts

Qualifications:

* Associate's degree or technical diploma in Instrumentation, Electrical Technology, Electronics, or a related field , or equivalent military/vocational training
* 2+ years of hands-on experience in industrial instrumentation and controls maintenance
* Working knowledge of PLC systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and the ability to navigate and monitor ladder logic
* Experience with instrumentation calibration tools and procedures
* Solid understanding of 4-20mA loops, HART communication, and discrete wiring
* Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, and loop sheets
* Familiarity with industrial safety practices including LOTO and electrical safety (NFPA 70E)

Preferred Qualifications:

* ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) – Level I or II
* Experience with pneumatic and electro-pneumatic control valve maintenance
* Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, EtherNet/IP)
* Experience using a CMMS (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo, Infor)
* Knowledge of functional safety and safety instrumented systems (SIS)
* Experience in Oil & Gas / Manufacturing / Maritime

Physical Requirements:

* Must be able to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in outdoor environments as needed
* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
* May require shift work, on-call rotation, or overtime during shutdowns and emergencies

Benefits:

* Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
* Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
* Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
* Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
* Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
* Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
* Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
* Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
* Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
* Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

## Skills

### Required
- PLC systems
- Instrumentation calibration tools and procedures
- 4-20mA loops
- HART communication
- Discrete wiring
- Electrical drawings
- P&IDs
- Loop sheets
- Industrial safety practices
- LOTO
- Electrical safety (NFPA 70E)

### Nice to have
- ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
- Pneumatic and electro-pneumatic control valve maintenance
- Industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, EtherNet/IP)
- CMMS (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo, Infor)
- Functional safety and safety instrumented systems (SIS)
- Oil & Gas / Manufacturing / Maritime