About the role:The Senior PLC Field Technician serves as an expert-level field resource responsible for leading complex commissioning activities, troubleshooting advanced PLC and networking issues, and mentoring PLC Field Technicians. This role ensures high-quality technical execution, supports large-scale startup efforts, and acts as the primary escalation point for field-related challenges. The Senior PLC Field Technician demonstrates mastery of PLC systems, industrial networking, and processor redundancy while maintaining strong communication and leadership skills. This is a full traveling position.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead commissioning activities on large or technically complex automation projects.
- Troubleshoot advanced PLC logic, distributed I/O, field devices, and communication networks.
- Configure, test, and validate PLC processor redundancy systems (e.g., ControlLogix, Siemens S7).
- Mentor and train PLC Field Technicians, providing technical guidance and reviewing their work.
- Serve as the escalation point for complex field issues and system failures.
- Ensure technical consistency, quality, and adherence to standards across field teams.
- Integrate PLC systems with SCADA/HMI platforms such as Ignition and FactoryTalk.
- Configure and validate industrial communication protocols including Modbus/IP, Modbus/UDP, Ethernet/IP, BACnet, MQTT, and OPC UA.
- Produce high-quality redlines, as-built documentation, and commissioning reports.
- Coordinate with Lead PLC Technicians, PLC Engineers, and project managers to ensure alignment on technical deliverables.
Qualifications:- 5+ years of hands-on experience with PLC systems in industrial or construction environments.
- Expert-level proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLC platforms; strong working knowledge of Siemens or Schneider Electric systems.
- Mastery of Studio 5000, FactoryTalk Linx, RS Linx Classic, RSNetWorx, and FactoryTalk Activation Manager.
- Demonstrated expertise in PLC processor redundancy configuration and validation.
- Strong understanding of industrial networking, communication protocols, and distributed architectures.
- Proven leadership, mentorship, and communication skills.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, network diagrams, and mechanical plans.
- Willingness to travel to project sites (95%)
- OSHA 10 certification obtained within the past two (2) years is required.
- If certification is not current or has not been completed, OSHA 10 training will be provided and must be successfully completed within the first week of employment.
Physical Requirements:- Ability to travel frequently to job sites by car or plane, up to 95%
- Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout job sites for extended periods
- Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and lifts as required
- Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and work in tight or confined spaces
- Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver equipment and materials up to 50 pounds
- Manual dexterity to handle tools, wiring, and small components
- Ability to work at heights and in varying indoor and outdoor conditions
- Ability to wear and work in personal protective equipment when required (hard hate, vest, safety glasses, gloves, and safety-toed boots)
- Visual keenness to read schematics, labels, and digital displays
- Ability to visually identify and differentiate wires by assigned color
- Ability to hear and respond to alarms, equipment sounds, and verbal instructions
- Capability to safely operate hand and power tools
Benefits & Total Rewards:Hands-on training and career advancement in an exploding data-center industry.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
We cover 100% of individual medical premiums and help offset the cost of family coverage.
Eligible after 90 days, with company matching to help you invest in your future.
Both short- and long-term disability insurance provided at no cost to our employees.
Take time off when you need it, no accruing time necessary.
- Field-Based Employee Benefits
For eligible field-based roles that require travel, Divcon covers all business travel expenses and provides a per diem, phone allowance, tools, and PPE at no cost. Eligible employees also receive paid training and additional reimbursable business expenses.
