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Puretec Industrial Water · 1 month ago

Instrumentation & Controls Technician

positionOxnard, CA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityEntry Level
money$43/hr - $48/hr
date1+ years exp

Puretec Industrial Water is a family-owned company committed to delivering highly purified water solutions. The Instrumentation & Controls Technician role involves troubleshooting electrical and control systems, programming PLCs, and optimizing automation technology for industrial applications.

Environmental ConsultingWaterWater Purification

Responsibilities

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, 24VDC–480VAC)
Integrate and configure instrumentation including 0–10V, 4–20mA, 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 support—including 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

Qualification

PLC programmingHMI troubleshootingElectrical control circuitsInstrumentation integrationIndustrial networkingVFD setupTroubleshootingP&ID interpretationAutoCADClear communicationOrganizational skillsCustomer-focused attitude

Required

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 driver's license and insurable driving record

Preferred

Relevant technical training or certifications are a plus

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth through training and certifications
A supportive team environment that values collaboration, respect, and technical excellence

Company

Puretec Industrial Water

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Puretec provides water treatment solutions that transform incoming city water into highly purified deionized water.
dateFounded in 1966
location
Oxnard, California, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://puretecwater.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
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