Automation Technician
About the JobPosition Summary:Extreme Endeavors is seeking a hands-on Automation Technician to support the design, assembly, installation, and commissioning of automation and SCADA systems for municipal water and wastewater facilities. This role combines fieldwork and in-house technical assembly, requiring a highly organized, mechanically inclined, and self-motivated individual who enjoys both building systems in the lab and deploying them in the field.The ideal candidate is comfortable working at pump stations, treatment plants, and remote facilities, as well as fabricating, wiring, and testing control panels and devices in a shop environment.Key Responsibilities:Assemble, wire, and test control panels, IoT systems, and instrumentation in the labInstall automation equipment at water and wastewater facilities, including pumps, valves, sensors, radios, and telemetry devicesConfigure and troubleshoot SCADA hardware, and communications networksPerform system startup, commissioning, and functional testingMaintain organized documentation, labeling, and build standardsPlan and stage materials and equipment for projectsDiagnose and repair electrical and control system issues in the fieldWork independently or as part of a small project teamEnsure all work meets safety and quality standardsRequired Qualifications: Technical degree or experience in electrical, electronics, automation, or related fieldExperience with control panel wiring and electrical troubleshootingAbility to read electrical schematics and wiring diagramsComfortable using hand tools, power tools, and test equipmentStrong organizational and problem-solving skillsWillingness to travel and work outdoors in varying conditionsValid driver's licensePreferred Qualifications: Experience with SCADA systems, or industrial controlsKnowledge of pumps, motors, and water/wastewater operationsNetworking or radio/telemetry experienceField service or commissioning experienceWork Environment: Combination of lab/shop assembly and field installationTravel to project sites as requiredOccasional lifting, climbing, and working in industrial environmentsWhat We Offer: Meaningful work improving critical water infrastructureSmall team environment with real impactOpportunities to grow technical skills and responsibilitiesCompetitive pay based on experience