PLC Technicians

Direct Hire opportunity for
Field Service Lead PLC Technician
 

The Lead PLC Technician is a hands-on leadership role responsible for the installation, configuration, and commissioning of programmable logic controller (PLC) systems. You'll mentor technicians in the field, oversee integration and startup efforts, and serve as a key technical point of contact for both internal teams and clients.

As a
Lead PLC Technician
, you will:

• Lead field installation, wiring, and commissioning of PLC systems for industrial automation and BMS applications.
• Troubleshoot PLC programs and field devices, ensuring smooth communication with SCADA or HMI platforms (e.g., Ignition).
• Coordinate with engineers and project managers to execute startup plans and ensure systems are installed per design specs.
• Interface with clients during commissioning, provide support during startup, and resolve technical issues.
• Configure protocols such as Modbus, BACnet, and OPC UA across various devices.
• Develop as-built documentation, redlines, and commissioning checklists.
• Mentor and coach junior technicians in the field.
• Manage materials, timelines, and priorities across multiple active job sites.

This is a full-time, Direct Hire opportunity.
 

You will need the following to succeed in this role:

• 5 years of hands-on experience with PLC systems in construction or industrial settings.
• Proficiency with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Schneider Electric.
• Experience with SCADA/HMI systems and industrial networking.
• Familiarity with protocols like Modbus, MQTT, OPC UA, and BACnet.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, network diagrams, and mechanical plans.
• Proven ability to lead field crews, delegate tasks, and manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites (as needed).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Ignition SCADA or Delta Controls integration.
• Background in mission-critical environments (data centers, utilities, manufacturing).
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification.

Pay rate:
$45 - $55/hr.

*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties,

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Benefits
: Since this is a Direct Hire role, benefits will be provided by the employer. 

Volt
is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please email or call Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

Volt
does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b.  The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

Volt
is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please call Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

Volt
does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b.  The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

Salary : $45,000 - $55,000