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CEC Controls- a Wood business is currently recruiting for a Controls Technician to join our systems integration team in Portsmouth, VA. This position will report to the Engineering Supervisor. The candidate will join a dynamic engineering group and carry out technical assignments of substantial variety and complexity. The candidate can expect to work with customers, engineers, and electricians to solve problems to provide the customer with a complete functional system.

This is an ideal opportunity for an individual with solid experience seeking career growth with a major organization. The position offers good work life balance, flexible work arrangements and open & effective management.

Responsibilities:

• Assemble and modify control panels according to plans
• Perform commissioning and startup of PLC control panels and instruments
• Provide accurate documentation of work performed for each project
• Programming systems during the design phase is possible
• Follow safety policies and procedures
• Install, replace, and calibrate instruments in process systems using hand tools, test equipment and established procedures
• Provide the customer with training specific to their project
• Prepare schematic drawings, sketches, and reports to reflect changes or alterations made in instruments, circuits, and control panels
• Perform duties assigned by and under the supervision of a project manager or engineer

• Proven track record of successful completion of projects involving control system commissioning, software integration, calibration, or troubleshooting
• Familiarization with Microsoft Office products required
• Strong written communication skills with a keen eye for details in documents
• Current and valid United States driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical drawings
• Technical training or education in mechatronics or PLC control systems. PLC programming experience a plus
• Familiarity of the construction industry, especially electrical and controls fields
• Technically oriented and mechanically inclined
• An understanding of PLC control systems and electrical wiring principles
• Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required
• Ability to learn and apply technical training to tasks quickly and accurately.
• Capable of interpreting key documents including control panel drawings, electrical schematics, and P&ID’s

Physical Requirements:

• Be able to cover, on foot, a reasonable distance on a job site
• Able to work within a confined space
• Able to climb a 2 story ladder
• Can walk a mile in 20 minutes
• Able to lift 30 lbs. without difficulty