Find & Apply For Controls / Valve Technician Jobs in Blair, Nebraska

Client Overview K Logix Talent LLC is recruiting on behalf of a premier Midwest-based industrial automation and field services provider. Founded and operated by industry veterans, our client delivers turn-key control system design, instrumentation, and field engineering across agricultural, nuclear, burner/boiler, and heavy industrial manufacturing sectors nationwide and internationally. Opportunity Overview We are seeking a Senior Electrical & Controls Technician with proven hands-on experience in industrial automation, system integration, and advanced field troubleshooting. This is a senior-level role for a self-directed technician who thrives on technical challenge. You will lead field modifications, perform loop tuning and instrument calibrations, troubleshoot complex

PLC/HMI/SCADA

environments, and serve as a technical expert on industrial burner and boiler systems. Key Responsibilities Perform field modifications, loop tuning, instrument calibrations, and system efficiency testing on new and existing industrial controls. Execute control system integration, commissioning, and advanced diagnostics across DCS, PLC, HMI, and SCADA platforms. Lead root-cause troubleshooting for complex electrical, mechanical, and combustion control issues in field environments. Work directly with clients across various industrial sectors (boiler/burner, ag processing, manufacturing, marine/navy nuclear).

Key Requirements & Experience Experience:

3+ years of direct experience in industrial automation, controls troubleshooting, or field service engineering.

Core Systems Knowledge:

Hands-on familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, loop controllers, and burner/boiler management systems.

Preferred Platform Experience:

Proficiency with one or more major industry platforms: Rockwell Automation (ControlLogix / Studio 5000 / FactoryTalk) Siemens (TIA Portal / Step 7) Honeywell, Schneider Electric, Emerson, Fireye, Ignition, or GE i

Fix Problem-Solving:

Proven ability to navigate unfamiliar system architectures and troubleshoot under field conditions.

Travel Willingness:

Ability to travel nationwide (typically 1-2 weeks at a time; 40-60 hours/week during active projects).

Location:

Based in or willing to commute/relocate to the Blair, NE area.

Compensation & Benefits Competitive Pay:

$38.00

•$50.00+ per hour depending on experience + high overtime potential.

Comprehensive Package:

401(k) with company match Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Flexible schedule options between assignments

Pay:

$38.00

•$50.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0

•60.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person