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Instrument and Controls Technician

NES Fircroft
Reno, NV Full Time | Contractor
POSTED ON 9/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/20/2027

As a Facilities I&C Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing instrumentation, equipment, and control systems. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, critical thinking, and collaboration with the entire Facilities Operations/Maintenance department. You will play a key role in ensuring the reliable operation of control systems and instrumentation, contributing to the overall efficiency and safety of the facility.

What You’ll Do

  • Commission new instrumentation, control systems, and equipment to operational standards
  • Calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation, equipment, and control systems, ensuring optimal functionality within the facility
  • Collaborate with the Facilities Operations/Maintenance department to perform preventive maintenance, address trouble calls, and handle emergency maintenance as needed
  • Troubleshoot, program, and improve control systems, including PLCs, controllers, and final control elements to support automated processes
  • Assist in troubleshooting, upgrading, and installing new control systems, ensuring seamless integration and operation
  • Measure and monitor levels, pressures, temperatures, flow, and analytical processes, ensuring accuracy and reliability of data
  • Use complex electrical schematics and blueprints to troubleshoot and resolve issues, ensuring systems operate correctly and efficiently

What You’ll Bring

  • Experience commissioning industrial processes, including but not limited to: Steam, HVAC, chilled water, fire / chemical services
  • Preferred Technical Degree in Electrical/Electronics, Instrumentation, or equivalent experience
  • Ability to read and comprehend wiring diagrams, electrical prints & schematics, loop drawings, P&IDs, C&E matrix, and Control Narratives
  • Strong skills in troubleshooting motor controls, drives, and electronic components and proficient with Siemens S7 / TIA Portal, V18
  • Experience with Ignition and HMI/SCADA software
  • NFPA 70E Certification
  • Ability to work at high elevations (up to 60ft) and lift at least 50 lbs. regularly, perform repetitive hand and wrist motions, and twist and bend the body

Pay: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour

Expected hours: 50.0 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60 - $65

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