Job Title: I/O Technician
Location: Claude, TX Job Summary
The I/O Technician is responsible for installing, commissioning, and testing control systems within the data center environment. This includes the monitoring and control of HVAC, power, lighting, and other building automation systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability. This role works closely with engineering and operations teams to verify all systems are functioning efficiently and effectively.
Job Summary
The I/O Technician is responsible for commissioning instrumentation, control devices, and electrical systems that support Building Management Systems (BMS) and Energy Power Management Systems (EPMS) in mission-critical data center environments. This role requires hands-on field work validating sensors, instruments, electrical devices, and control communications, combined with office-based documentation and reporting. The I/O Technician ensures all instrumentation and electrical devices are properly installed, correctly tagged, functionally verified, and successfully communicating with SCADA and control systems before operational handoff.
Key Responsibilities
BMS Instrumentation Commissioning:
Commission all instrumentation and control panels across HVAC systems including air handling units, rooftop units, dehumidification systems, heat trace, and chiller yards
Perform loop checks to verify instruments communicate correctly with SCADA and control panels
Verify all tags and labels are correct on instruments and wires
Identify and document installation errors including wrong instruments, incorrect tags, and improper terminal connections
Conduct field measurements, function testing, and lube level verification to validate system operation
EPMS Electrical Device Commissioning:
Commission approximately 2,500-3,000 electrical devices per building
Validate communication parameters configured by equipment vendors
Verify physical cable connections from devices to network switches are functional
Configure devices for VLAN integration and connectivity to SCADA systems
Support L4 commissioning contractors conducting functionality testing and circuit breaker trip verification
Troubleshoot communication and connectivity issues between devices and control systems
Documentation & Reporting:
Upload daily reports, checklists, and commissioning records via iPad and field management tools
Maintain accurate records of all commissioning activities, test results, and corrective actions
Document installation errors, non-conformances, and resolution status
Generate commissioning reports for handoff to operations teams
Collaboration & Coordination:
Work closely with commissioning engineers, controls specialists, and L4 contractors to ensure seamless execution
Communicate findings and issues clearly to engineering and operations teams
Support system integration activities and coordinate with multiple trades
Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree in electrical, mechanical, or controls technology is preferred
Required Experience:
Minimum 2+ years of hands-on field experience in instrumentation commissioning, electrical systems, or controls-related work
Demonstrated experience performing loop checks and verifying sensor/device communications
Familiarity with SCADA systems and control panel interactions
Experience reading electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control system documentation
Ability to interpret tag nomenclature and verify correct device labeling and connectivity
Preferred Experience:
Background in data center, building automation, or mission-critical facilities commissioning
Experience with BMS or EPMS systems
Familiarity with VLAN configuration and network connectivity concepts
Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and cooling infrastructure
Prior experience with iPad-based field documentation and reporting tools
Exposure to Ethernet/IP or industrial communication protocols
Technical Skills:
Proficiency reading and interpreting electrical schematics and P&IDs
Loop check and function test execution
SCADA system basics and control panel communication
Tag verification and installation documentation
Measurement and diagnostic equipment operation (multimeters, pressure gauges, etc.)
Network connectivity and device configuration concepts
Soft Skills:
Strong attention to detail and precision-oriented mindset
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
Clear communicator capable of documenting findings accurately
Proactive and self-directed in field execution
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Safety-conscious and compliance-focused
Comfortable working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
