Instrumentation & Controls Technician
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Job Location:
Oxnard, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 43 - 48
Posted on:
5 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Description
Instrumentation & Controls Technician
Join Puretec Industrial Water Where You Can Make Water Better!
Are you skilled in troubleshooting electrical and control systems Do you enjoy working with PLCs instrumentation and automation technology If solving technical challenges and improving system performance motivates you this role is an excellent fit.
At Puretec Industrial Water were a family-owned company committed to delivering highly purified water solutions for industries that rely on precision and reliability. We support a wide range of industrial applications from advanced treatment systems to large-scale operations your work will help keep critical processes running smoothly.
What Youll Do
Program test troubleshoot and optimize PLC- and HMI-based control systems
Work with platforms such as:
- RSLogix500 / RSLogix5000 / Studio 5000
- FactoryTalk View (ME & SE)
- Connected Components Workbench (or equivalent platforms like Siemens/Schneider/GE)
Diagnose and repair electrical control circuits (relays contactors overloads 24VDC480VAC)
Integrate and configure instrumentation including 010V 420mA resistive signals Modbus RTU and BACnet
Configure industrial networking (IP addresses gateways subnetting Ethernet devices)
Set up tune and troubleshoot VFDs (Danfoss ABB PowerFlex etc.)
Perform I/O checkout functional testing and system commissioning
Troubleshoot pumps valves HVAC/hydronic controls and process equipment
Install conduit/sealtight route control wiring and penetrate enclosures
Interpret and work from P&IDs electrical schematics and panel layouts
Assist with control panel design using AutoCAD
Provide onsite and remote technical supportincluding occasional after-hours support
Complete service reports commissioning documentation and project records
Train customers and operators on system functionality
Participate in site walks and collaborate with engineering and sales to define controls needs
Research equipment verify functionality and source replacement components
Maintain compliance with safety procedures and company standards
Why Youll Love Working Here
A chance to work with advanced automation and industrial water treatment controls
A company culture built on integrity innovation and people-first values
Hands-on meaningful work where your expertise directly impacts system performance
Opportunities for professional growth through training and certifications
A supportive team environment that values collaboration respect and technical excellence
What You Bring
1 year of experience in instrumentation electrical maintenance or controls-related work
Strong PLC/HMI troubleshooting skills with a desire to learn new platforms
Solid understanding of electrical principles control circuits VFDs and MCCs
Ability to read and apply P&IDs wiring diagrams and technical documentation
Competence with hand tools power tools and minor mechanical tasks
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities effectively
Clear communication skills (written and verbal)
A professional customer-focused attitude with a commitment to problem-solving
Valid drivers license and insurable driving record
Relevant technical training or certifications are a plus
Your Work Environment
This is a field-oriented role expect work in industrial mechanical and electrical environments
Travel required mostly local to Puretec branches (CA AZ TX) with occasional overnight trips
Active work: standing climbing lifting up to 25 lbs wiring troubleshooting and using tools daily
Ready to Join the Puretec Team
If you love controls automation and solving complex problems this is the job for you! Be part of a company that values your skills supports your growth and is dedicated to making water better every day.
Apply today and start making water better!
base pay range for this role is what we reasonably expect to pay for the position although actual pay may vary from this scale depending on an applicants experience.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Controlling Experience
- E & I
- Distributed Control Systems
- Calibration
- NEC
- Tube Bending
- Spectrophotometer
- Sterile Processing
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Troubleshooting
