Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) · 14 hours ago
Sr. Instrument & Controls Tech
DFW Metroplex
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expDallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is one of the most successful airports in the world, recognized for its innovation and talented employees. The Senior Instrumentation and Controls Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and calibrating advanced control systems and instrumentation related to utility services, while also assisting in the supervision and training of other technicians.
Airlines/Aviation
Responsibilities
Troubleshoots, maintains, repairs, calibrates and installs advanced industrial and utility related control systems and instrumentation, including but not limited to district-cooling centrifugal chillers and associated support/distribution systems, district-heating steam boilers and associated support/distribution systems, potable water pump stations, reclaimed water pump station, sanitary sewer lift stations, stormwater pretreatment plant, source isolation deicing systems
Reads and interprets specifications, diagrams and schematics detailing instrumentation and control systems installation and maintenance requirements and operating parameters
Modifies existing equipment by installing energy saving, operational and safety monitoring devices
Tests faulty components and circuits using test equipment such as oscilloscope and multimeter; performs bench repair of components and circuits; replaces defective components and wiring; calibrates equipment according to specifications
Maintains pneumatic, electro-mechanical, electrical and electronic measurement standards traceable to appropriate N.I.S.T. standards
Calibrates measurement and test equipment/instruments using N.I.S.T. traceable standards
Participates in design, development and implementation of system changes and upgrades
Maintains records of repairs, calibrations and tests
Writes or modifies existing computer programs
Orders parts, supplies and equipment when authorized by supervisor
Qualification
Required
Associate degree in Instrumentation & Controls, Electronic Engineering Technology or related field
Five (5) years of maintenance/repair experience on microprocessor-based pneumatic/electronic instrumentation and control systems
Formal training in instrumentation and controls technology or a related field
Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the above
Two (2) years of industrial power plant experience in maintenance of high-pressure boilers, electrical distribution systems, chilled water/HVAC systems, and/or chemical water treatment and purification systems; AND Successful completion of the Instrumentation & Controls Technician Training Program in Energy & Utilities Services within 6 months of hire
Possession of one of the following the certifications: a. The State of Texas “Certified Wastewater Collection System Operator” Class I certification b. The State of Texas Class D Water Works Operator certification c. Universal Refrigerant certification from an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved provider
Ability to pass a color vision deficiency test
Ability to pass a medical physical examination
Ability to periodically work on-call outside of normal operating hours including weekends and holidays
Possession of a valid Class C driver's license
Knowledge of methods, equipment and materials used in maintenance of High-Pressure Steam Boiler pneumatic/electronic instruments and control systems
Knowledge of methods, equipment and materials used in maintenance of Centrifugal Chiller pneumatic/electronic instruments and control systems
Knowledge of methods, equipment and materials used in maintenance of Hydronic System's pneumatic/electronic instruments and control systems
Knowledge of the principles of microcomputer-based control systems and environmental energy equipment such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems
Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions applicable in an industrial environment
Knowledge of and skill in the operation of electronic test equipment
Knowledge of at least one computer programming language such as assembly or BASIC
Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair malfunctions/defects in electronic and pneumatic equipment
Ability to use test equipment and hand tools associated with the repair, maintenance and installation of electronic systems
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, specifications and diagrams of instrumentation and control systems
Ability to document work and maintain accurate records of installation, test results and repairs
Ability to respond to emergency call-up either over the phone or on-site
Ability to pass a medical examination
This is a designated safety sensitive position as defined in DFW Airport's Drug and Alcohol Administrative Policy and Procedure. Applicants selected for this position will be required to pass a drug test prior to employment and to submit to drug screening on a random basis during the length of their employment in the safety sensitive position
Must obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Airport Identification/Access Badge (badge) in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requirements in Chapter 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 1500 et al., and DFW Airport's Airport Security Program within thirty (30) days from date of employment and maintain qualification for a SIDA badge upon each badge renewal
This is a designated Essential Employee position as defined in DFW Airport's Categories and Classifications Administrative Policy and Procedure. An essential employee is one whose attendance is required to maintain airport operations during an emergency or inclement weather situation
Works in an industrial environment
Performs manual labor, frequently exerting forces equivalent to lifting 25 pounds and occasionally exerting forces equivalent to lifting approximately 50 pounds
Works in conditions subject to inclement weather from below 35˚ to above 100˚
Climbs stairs and ladders, frequently while carrying tools and/or equipment
Stands for prolonged periods of time
Occasionally works in a stooped position or with arms above the head for prolonged periods of time
Occasionally works in confined spaces
Exchanges information via 2-way radio
Listens for high-pitched warning of steam leaking
Utilizes color perception in working with electrical wiring
Drives to locations on Airport property
Works off-shift during system emergencies and special projects
Works on-call on a rotation basis
Company
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
DFW Airport, the 2022 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) winner for Best Airport that serves over 40 million passengers in North America by Airports Council International (ACI), warmly welcomes more than 72.2 million customers along their journey every year, making DFW one of the most frequently visited superhub airports in the world.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Sean Donohue
CEO
HR at Dallas Love Field
Aviation Partner
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