Instrumentation and Controls Technician

Sr. Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Technician

Location:Naples, FL (with some travel across the state of Florida as needed to complete projects)

Hours: 40-50 hours per week (Mon-Fri w/some weekend support)

To be specific: The first 12-24 months you will be working 95-100% of the time in Naples, FL. After that, you will be required to travel all across Florida as needed to complete projects at our other project sites. When you are travelling for us, we do pay for your hotel, we pay Per Diem as well as mileage. In addition, we offer a full suite of benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, and a generous 401k plan.

About Us

We are a growing EPC contractor specializing in the construction and upgrade of critical infrastructure, including electrical substations, water/wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, and industrial plants. We partner with major utility and industrial clients to deliver safe, high-quality, and reliable project execution across Florida.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experiencedInstrumentation & Controls (I&C) Technicianto oversee field installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems on industrial and utility projects. We would *strongly prefer* that this person be located in Collier County, as that is where this FULL TIME job is located. *****To be clear: This will be 40-50hours per week in Naples, FL. Overtime is paid at time and a half. $$$$!!

This role is responsible forperforming instrumentation and controls tech duties, coordinating daily work activities, and ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with design specifications. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise along with proven leadership experience in I&C environments such as water/wastewater facilities, pumping stations, and similar infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise field crews performing I&C installation and commissioning work
• Plan, coordinate, and execute daily work activities in alignment with project schedules
• Install, terminate, and test instrumentation and control systems, including panels and field devices
• Oversee calibration and commissioning of instruments (flow, level, pressure, temperature, etc.)
• Interpret and work from electrical drawings, P&IDs, loop diagrams, and control schematics
• Troubleshoot PLC-based control systems and field instrumentation
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, and other trades to ensure seamless execution
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards, company policies, and project specifications
• Review and markup drawings (redlines) and ensure accurate field documentation
• Train and mentor junior technicians and helpers
• Maintain productivity, quality, and accountability of assigned crews

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in instrumentation & controls or industrial or commercial electrical work (e.g. HVAC, etc...)
• Proven experience leading crews on industrial or utility construction projects
• Strong working knowledge of instrumentation, control systems, and field installation practices
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, and electrical schematics
• Hands-on experience with PLC systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens)
• Experience with medium voltage switchgear
• Experience developing cutover plans
• Experience bending conduit (of all sizes, up to 4") in a variety of materials (PVC, Aluminum, Stainless, Galvanized Steel, etc.)
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities on control panels and all electrical circuits
• Experience with VFDs, pumps, motors, etc.
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Willingness to travel throughout Florida as needed
• Valid driver’s license
• This person will LEAD other technicians on this project

Preferred Experience

• Background in water/wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, or utility infrastructure
• Experience with SCADA systems and integration
• Instrument calibration and commissioning experience
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Field-based position with travel across Florida (Collier County focus)
• Work performed in industrial environments and outdoor conditions
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, and work in physically demanding settings

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Leadership role with opportunity for advancement into supervisory/management positions
• Per diem and travel accommodations (as applicable)
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, etc.)
• 401(k) with company match
• Ongoing training and professional development

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to take a leadership role in delivering critical infrastructure projects across Florida. You’ll play a key part in building and guiding high-performing field teams while working on essential systems that serve communities and industries statewide.

Powerserve Technologies, Inc. was founded in 1995 by Linda and Al Hernandez. Initially, the company consisted of a group of ex Florida Power & Light employees. This group of senior people included areas of expertise in substation engineering, protection & control, and substation construction and maintenance. Our company has been growing since then by hiring people of integrity and training them. We currently are performing substation and protection & control work throughout Georgia/Florida and in various other states. We have performed these projects in Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Ohio, Michigan, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia. We excel at difficult projects and system-wide improvements/modifications. If we can perform the required work safely, in a quality manner, and with acceptable productivity, we will seriously consider any project. The company is transitioning to a 100% employee owned company.