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Controls System Technician

Saronic · New Orleans, LA

Posted Apr 6, 2026 · full time

Est. total comp~$110K–$157K

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Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

JOB OVERVIEW

We are looking for a detail-oriented and hands-on Controls Systems Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated control systems and instrumentation across our facility. Working closely with engineers and operations staff, you will play a critical role in keeping our processes running safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Install, calibrate, and commission instrumentation and control system components including sensors, transmitters, valves, actuators, and controllers

- Perform routine preventive maintenance on PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and associated field devices

- Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical, pneumatic, and control system faults using schematics, ladder logic, and diagnostic tools

- Assist controls engineers with system upgrades, modifications, and startup activities

- Monitor and maintain SCADA/HMI systems, reporting anomalies and performing basic configuration changes as directed

- Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, loop diagrams, and technical manuals

- Document maintenance activities, equipment history, and calibration records in the CMMS

- Maintain instrument calibration records and ensure traceability to applicable standards …

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Required 4 items

Education: Associate's degree

Experience: 2+ years of experience

Skills and tools: PLC

Certifications and licenses: NFPA 70E arc flash training

Preferred 1 item

Skills and tools: Control systems

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Skills Saronic names in this posting:

PLCs
SCADA
Pneumatics
Reading schematics

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I can do PLCs on the job, or have used it in a class or project I can do SCADA on the job, or have used it in a class or project I can do Pneumatics on the job, or have used it in a class or project I can do Reading schematics on the job, or have used it in a class or project I have a project or work sample I could show an interviewer My resume is tailored to this kind of role I've practiced answering interview questions for this kind of job

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