Controls Technician III (Operations)NOV Inc.

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  • Not-remote
  • Full-time
  • Total comp
    Expected total yearly pay with bonus and equity at target, including any base pay.
  • Salary
  • San Antonio, TX

Job Summary

Support ongoing operations for fiber glass pipe manufacturing.

  • Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment. 
  • Program, modify, and maintain PLC logic using platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, or Omron.  
  • Configure and troubleshoot HMIs and SCADA systems. 
  • Install, calibrate, and maintain industrial instrumentation including pressure, temperature, flow, and level devices. 
  • Troubleshoot servo systems, motion control, robotics, and variable frequency drives (VFDs). 
  • Diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and controls-related failures. 
  • Interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and control drawings. 
  • Perform preventative on automation systems. 
  • Support equipment startups, commissioning, and production changeovers. 
  • Configure industrial communication networks including Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, DeviceNet, and other fieldbus systems. 
  • Perform system backups, software version control, and documentation updates. 
  • Assist engineers with new equipment installations and automation upgrades. 
  • Recommend and implement continuous improvement projects that increase equipment reliability and productivity. 
  • Mentor Controls Technicians I and II on troubleshooting techniques and best practices. 
  • Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, operations, and outside vendors to resolve equipment issues. 
  • Ensure compliance with electrical codes, company standards, and safety regulations including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO). 
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records using a CMMS. 
  • Participate in on-call support and respond to emergency equipment failures as required. 
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. 
  • Ability to climb ladders and work from elevated platforms. 
  • Ability to work in confined spaces when necessary. 
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach for extended periods. 
  • Ability to distinguish wire colors and read detailed electrical drawings. 
  • Must be able to work in industrial environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, and moving machinery. 
  • Exposure to electrical equipment, rotating machinery, compressed air systems, and production processes. 
  • May require overtime, weekend work, and on-call responsibilities. 
  • Appropriate PPE is required. 
  • Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered. 
  • 5–8 years of industrial controls or automation experience. 
  • Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems up to 480 VAC. 
  • Experience troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and industrial automation equipment. 
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation. 
  • Experience using electrical test equipment including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and process calibrators. 
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. 
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • PLC Programming and Troubleshooting 
  • HMI Development and Support 
  • SCADA Systems 
  • Industrial Networking 
  • Servo and Motion Control 
  • VFD Configuration 
  • Robotics Integration 
  • Instrumentation and Calibration 
  • Electrical Troubleshooting 
  • Control Panel Design and Wiring 
  • Preventive and Predictive Maintenance 
  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA) 
  • CMMS Software 
  • Microsoft Office Suite 
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