Instrument & Controls Technician - Industrial Construction Project

I&C Electrical TechnicianTOPS Staffing is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Electrical Technician to support a large industrial water treatment plant project in Shady Hills, Florida. This long-term role is ideal for a technician with strong electrical, controls, and instrumentation troubleshooting experience in an industrial environment.Position OverviewThe I&C Electrical Technician will be responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and calibrating electrical, instrumentation, and control systems used throughout the facility. This position supports plant operations by ensuring equipment reliability, proper calibration, and safe, efficient performance of automated systems.Key ResponsibilitiesTroubleshoot electrical equipment including motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor control centers (MCCs), and related systemsPerform continuity testing, Megger testing, and ground fault testingMaintain and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems for machine-mounted controlsCalibrate instrumentation and valve positionersMonitor performance of rotating equipment and control devicesPrepare and maintain calibration, maintenance, and service reportsAdvise on spare parts usage, maintenance planning, and inventory needsAct as backup operator in emergency situations as requiredAssist plant supervision with mechanical maintenance when feasibleMaintain good housekeeping standards in work areasFollow all safety procedures and site requirementsQualifications and Skills3–5 years of relevant instrumentation and controls experienceStrong troubleshooting and debugging experience with PLCs and HMIsHands-on experience with modern instrumentation and control equipment including transmitters, control valves, analyzers, sensors, and VFDsAbility to interpret electrical schematics, control drawings, and technical documentationStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks or projectsExcellent attention to detail and a team-oriented mindsetAbility to communicate effectively and maintain a professional, positive attitudeAbility to apply common-sense reasoning to written, verbal, and diagram-based instructionsEducation and ExperienceTwo-year technical degree preferred, but equivalent hands-on experience will be consideredPrevious experience working in industrial water or process treatment facilities is highly preferredFamiliarity with systems such as pretreatment, demineralization, reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration, EDI, thermal desalination, or zero-liquid discharge is a plusPhysical and Work RequirementsAbility to work on feet for extended periodsAbility to work in an active industrial environmentAbility to lift and move equipment as requiredWillingness to work overtime as project needs demandWhy Work with TOPS Staffing?Long-term 18-month project with consistent workDaylight shift scheduleCompetitive pay based on experienceWeekly pay and ongoing recruiter supportOpportunity to work on a large-scale industrial infrastructure projectApply Today If you are an experienced I&C Electrical Technician looking for a long-term opportunity with steady hours and challenging work, apply today with TOPS Staffing.