Controls Specialist

DATA CENTER OPPORTUNITY!!
CONTROLS TECH & CONTROLS SPECIALIST OPPS
PER DIEM AVAILABLE 50+ MILES FROM NEW ALBANY, OH
Business is growing and teams are growing. A lot of potential for this to go past 12+ months as new buildings get brought up.
Job Description
As a Controls Specialist, you will work both individually and in teams to support design, programming & commissioning of building automation systems (BAS) & Building Management Systems (BMS). You will be working with Allen Bradley Studio 5000 & Ignition HMI/Scada platforms.
Responsibilities

• Program, Design , Troubleshoot PLC, HMI & Scada systems for the instrumentation & control systems in BAS & BMS Systems
• Conduct system and facility engineering job walk assessments.
• Troubleshoot and perform root cause failure analysis on assigned projects.
• Train suppliers in the owner's commissioning software systems.
• Provide and manage access for suppliers in the owner's commissioning software systems.
• Interface smoothly with engineering design team members and client representatives.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in commissioning or construction for I&C or Electrical Basebuild systems in the Advanced Technology sector.
• Proficiency with Rockwell Automation, PLC5, and Control Logix hardware and software.
• Experience with multi-discipline large capital projects involving Owners, General Contractors, Contractors, and System Integrators.
• Understanding of Design/Build (Engineering and Construction).
• Knowledge of complex process systems architecture & design, Instrumentation, Device Selection, Networking, PLC & I/O architectures, P&IDs, data sheets, and SCADA.
• Working knowledge of environments common in large industrial applications such as Dry/Wet Mechanical, AWN, Gas/Chem Distribution, HVAC, and Clean Room environmental control.
• Proficiency in written and verbal technical communication, including generating reports and conducting group presentations.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 2026.
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