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Xylem
Industrial Controls Field Service Technician
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What they do
A Controls or Valve Technician monitors and repairs gas gauges, pressure valves, and thermostats on manufacturing equipment or machinery.
$69,902 / year median in Tennessee
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Remote Birmingham, Alabama Memphis, Tennessee Fort Lauderdale, Florida Nashville, Tennessee Thomasville, Georgia Ridgeland, Mississippi Knoxville, Tennessee Atlanta, Georgia Tampa, Florida Jacksonville, Florida Hamilton, Mississippi Durham, North Carolina Full time R49029 Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. Xylem is seeking an
- Industrial Controls Field Service Technician
- to support customers across the U.
- You may be a strong fit for this opportunity if you have experience as a:
- + PLC Technician + Controls Technician + Industrial Controls Technician + Commissioning Technician + Startup Technician + Industrial Controls Field Service Technician + Electrical Field Service Technician + Industrial Electrician + Automation Technician + Instrumentation & Controls Technician + Pump Technician + Pump & Controls Technician + Water/Wastewater Controls Technician + Field Service Technician •Experience with the following is highly valued:•+ PLC troubleshooting + Industrial controls + Control panel wiring and diagnostics + Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) + SCADA systems + Startup and commissioning + Electrical troubleshooting + Pumps and pumping systems + Water and wastewater equipment + Customer-site field service support •What Your Day Will Look Like as an Industrial Controls Field Service Technician•As an Industrial Controls Field Service Technician, you'll travel to customer sites to support the installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance of municipal water treatment equipment and systems.
- What We're Looking For
- + Experience servicing and troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and industrial control systems in industrial, manufacturing, or municipal environments + Experience with PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, VFDs, control panels, and industrial automation + Experience with low- and medium-voltage power distribution equipment, VFDs, conduit, grounding, and three-phase electrical systems + Experience with electrical troubleshooting, control panel wiring, diagnostics, and root-cause analysis + Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, network troubleshooting, and control systems + Ability to read and interpret Process & Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs), electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and system layouts + Experience with instrumentation such as flow meters, pressure transmitters, level transmitters, and temperature sensors + Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills + Ability to perform equipment startup, commissioning, functional testing, and preventative maintenance + Experience with pumps, pumping systems, instrumentation, or water/wastewater equipment is highly valued + Comfortable conducting customer training sessions and communicating technical information clearly + Strong written and verbal communication skills + Ability to work independently while managing multiple customer locations and priorities + Commitment to safety and adherence to Environmental, Safety & Health (ESH) policies + Experience with ServiceMax is a plus + Valid driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport for travel within the U.
- Travel & Schedule
- + Greater than 75% travel throughout the U.S. and Canada + Typical schedule includes travel on Monday and Friday, with onsite field work Tuesday-Thursday + Work environments may include offices, manufacturing facilities, construction sites, and municipal water or wastewater treatment plants + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work around operating industrial equipment as needed
- Benefits for Industrial Controls Field Service Technicians
- + Four (4) weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) + Health, Dental, and Vision insurance + Retirement and investment savings programs + Career growth and professional development opportunities + Company wellness, recognition, and employee discount programs + Paid volunteer opportunities through Xylem Watermark At Xylem, our Total Rewards Program goes beyond compensation by supporting your career development, well-being, and long-term success.
- Compensation
Starting Pay:
From $32/hour Opportunities for higher pay may be available based on experience, skills, and location. Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment. Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation Our Talent Community is a great way to stay connected to learn more about our high impact culture initiatives and latest career opportunities! Tell us more about yourself and help recruiters find you if there's an opportunity that aligns with your background, skills and interests. Join our Talent Community Today!- Want to know what kind of Impact you can make?
- Our goal is to optimize water access and quality, and promote responsible consumption, so that communities across the globe can thrive.
- Inclusion and Belonging at Xylem
- Inclusion and Belonging are fundamental to how we enable our customers to tackle global water challenges.