SCADA Controls Technician

NextGenEnergyJobs

Orlando, FL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ABB (Asea Brown Boveri), Allen-Bradley, Antenna, Calibration, Communication Skills, Computer Firmware, Control Systems, ControlLogix, Disaster Recovery, Electrical Components, Electrical Wiring, English Language, Ethernet, High School Diploma, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Input/Output, Instrumentation, Intellectual Property (IP), Interpersonal Skills, Low Voltage (LV), Maintenance - Electrical, Modems, Motor Control Systems, National Electrical Code, Network Switching, On Call, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Root Cause Analysis, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Telemetry
LOCATION
Orlando, FL
POSTED
1 day ago

The PLC SCADA Technician is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and repairing industrial electrical and electronic control systems.Key Responsibilities Rapidly troubleshoot and repair PLCs (primarily Allen-Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix), OITs/HMIs (PanelView, FactoryTalk View ME/SE, Red Lion, etc.), instrumentation, and plant-floor networks in live production environmentsDiagnose and repair motor controls including VFDs (ABB, Danfoss, Yaskawa, Siemens, etc.), soft starters, across-the-line starters, and reduced-voltage startersMaintain and troubleshoot radio telemetry systems (NextGen Viper SCADA radios, MDS, Data-Linc, licensed/unlicensed spread-spectrum, cellular modems)Perform loop checks, sensor calibration, transmitter replacement, valve/actuator repairs, and control panel wiring modificationsExecute field upgrades, I/O expansions, radio path studies, antenna replacements, and minor PLC logic or HMI screen changes while minimizing plant downtimeRemotely monitor assets across multiple facilities, spot performance issues, and schedule or perform corrective actionsConduct preventive maintenance, system backups, basic disaster-recovery tests, and firmware/security updates on field devicesThoroughly document all work including service tickets, root-cause analysis reports, as-built drawings, infrastructure inventories, and system changesRespond to emergency situations, provide 24/7 on-call support (rotational), and participate in rapid-response fieldwork when requiredRequirements High school diploma or equivalentMinimum 5 years of hands-on field experience with PLCs and VFDs in industrial or municipal environmentsProficiency with Rockwell PowerFlex, Danfoss, ABB, and similar variable frequency drivesExperience with Ethernet/IP, managed/unmanaged switches, and basic network troubleshootingSkilled in modifying HMIs (PanelView, FactoryTalk View ME/SE, Red Lion, etc.) and tuning PID loopsStrong understanding of industrial power distribution (480 V–15 kV medium/low voltage systems)Ability to read, interpret, and red-line P&IDs, loop sheets, and electrical wiring diagramsProven experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical components and control systemsDemonstrated knowledge of safety protocols, LOTO, arc-flash hazard recognition, and NFPA 70E complianceStrong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills in English#J-18808-Ljbffr

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