What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Service Controls Technician position at Cogent, Inc.?
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Cogent is seeking an enthusiastic and dependable Field Service Controls Technician to join our dedicated team in St. Louis, Missouri. If you're driven by the chance to directly impact organizational success and excited to share in the growth of an Employee-Owned Company, look no further!
Essential Responsibilities:
- Independently and collaboratively service and maintain electrical controls equipment commonly utilized in the water and wastewater industry.
- Perform installation, startup, and calibration of process instrumentation including flow meters, pressure transmitters, level, temperature, and analytical instrumentation.
- Execute startup, troubleshooting, retrofits, and repairs of pump control systems, including basic across-the-line control systems to soft starters, and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and specialty pump controllers.
- Conduct electrical wiring, conduit installations, and control panel setups, including complete service entrance equipment.
- Assist in planning, installing, repairing, and troubleshooting new or modified electrical systems.
- Act as an Emergency Field Service Responder, available to travel and work outside normal business hours as required.
Qualifications & Skills Required:
- High School diploma or GED is required; a degree from a Technical or Vocational School in Mechanics or Electronics is highly preferred.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot electrical control systems and willingness to work overtime on short notice.
- Strong communication and organizational skills with a proactive, customer-focused attitude.
- Comfortable working in fast-paced environments and adapting quickly to changing priorities.
- Basic proficiency with computer applications including Gmail, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
- Physical capability to lift and maneuver heavy objects, parts, equipment, and materials.
- Ability to work effectively under minimal supervision.
Why Work With Us?
At Cogent, you’re not just an employee—you’re an owner. Our people make the difference, our shared values define us as a team and bring our vision to life. Together, our team of employee-owners is committed to helping build healthy and prosperous communities through creatively engineered solutions for our customers. We are a growing Midwest company that provides fluid processing solutions serving the local Industrial, Municipal, Commercial Building Trades, Oil and Gas markets through our family of trusted brands.
We Offer
- Employee Ownership (ESOP)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Profit Sharing (Bonuses)
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- Generous PTO, Paid Holidays & Volunteer Time Off
- Career Development & Advancement Opportunities
- A Culture That Values Innovation, Collaboration, and Respect
Make Your Mark with Cogent
This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to work in a company where your efforts are recognized, your voice is valued, and your professional growth is supported. As an employee-owner, you'll be part of a collaborative team that celebrates innovation, accountability, and shared success.
Apply today and help us build something exceptional—together!
Experience
Required- Ability to troubleshoot electrical control systems required
- 2 year(s): Proven experience in the electrical or controls field
- 3 year(s): Installation and repair of pipping systems preferred
Education
Required- High School or better in General Studies
- Technical/other training or better in Electronics Technology or related field
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Driver's License
Skills
Required- Interpersonal Skills
- Basic Pump Concept
- Electrical Wiring for Control Panels
- Multitasking
- Time Management Skills
- Troubleshooting Electrical Systems
- Stress Tolerance
- Retrofit & Repair Control Systems
- Organizational Skills
- Manually Lift Heavy Objects
- Data Gathering and Analysis
- Decision Making
- Effective Written Communication
- Effective Verbal Communication
- Dependability
- Control Panel
- Calibration of Process Instrumentation
- Adaptability
- Safety
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
Behaviors
Required- Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Required- Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
- Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
- Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
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