Job Description
** Johnson Service Group (JSG) is a nationally recognized professional staffing and recruiting firm that is looking for an experienced Controls Specialist 3 to fill a two- year contract assignment in the Ackerman, MS area.

General Description

Please send me your resume to lmccarron@jsginc.com
Rates: $62.00 - $67.00.
No per diem.
This position is responsible for providing technical direction for control systems, program configuration, installation of systems, and troubleshooting system problems on distributed/process control systems. The responsible individual is expected to provide technical advice and direction during the design and implementation phases of projects. This position is responsible for providing technical support necessary to maintain the reliable and efficient operation of the control systems security and asset management. The incumbent will work closely with the Operations Department to identify and correct shortcomings in the plant control systems. They are to be the expert on issues surrounding control systems and will represent the plant on various internal and external teams such as applicable controls user groups and at various internal and external meetings such as I&C Technical Forums.

Education Requirements:
Four-year degree, two-year technical certification, and/or an associate�s degree in electronics preferred or equivalent experience required.
Experience Requirements:
7 - 10 years of experience with instrument and/or controls in a plant or industrial environment
Performs periodic inspections of the control rooms to determine the status of equipment. Manages a preventive maintenance and calibration program for instrumentation and control systems. Develops and manages functional tests for control systems
Experience with programmable logic controllers and/or distributed control systems is required.
Moderate to high level of proficiency in one of the following PLC, DCS, or TCS control system platforms (ABB S+, Siemens T3000, Allen Bradley PLC) experience preferred
Field troubleshooting experience on control strategy, field instrumentation, and control systems equipment failures
Power Generation experience preferred
Experience working with networks, planning, designing, implementing or testing security measures to protect data and technology equipment preferred
Familiarity with Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) requirements preferred
Previous experience with networking protocols such as Modbus TCP/IP, Modbus Serial, DNP3, OPC, Allen Bradley (A-B) Ethernet, etc. preferred
Previous experience with Microsoft Windows operating system management including installing system updates, patches, antivirus software, and firewall management is preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Good oral/written communication skills and ability to work effectively with varied individuals (craft personnel, support staff, supervisory staff, and management) is a must
Strong organizational, administrative, time management, project management, facilitation and analytical skills are required
Self-motivation and demonstrated initiative are crucial for this position
Must be willing to be apart of a team and willing to foster an inclusive environment
Job Responsibilities:
Assist functional system owner to replace and upgrade instrumentation based on life cycle strategy
Assist Operations with alarm management effort
Assist Electrical & Instruments (E&I) group with critical instruments troubleshooting on as needed basis
Leads troubleshooting of day-to-day instrumentation and controls technical issues that cannot be resolved by operators or technicians
Assists in specification, configuration, field checkout, procurement, start-up and tuning of control systems
Participates on project teams responsible for scoping, scheduling, and budgeting of instrumentation and controls projects
Work closely with OEMs on the design and purchase of new equipment and modification to existing control systems platforms
Assist in Maintaining NERC CIP/Cyber Security compliance
Serve as the single point of contact for plant personnel on cyber security issues and communications. Point of contact for raising plant issues to central security team.
On site security incident management
Demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain good relationships with customers and support personnel.
Exhibit strong leadership skills and be willing to challenge the status quo.
Be willing and available for call-out responsibilities on a 24-hour 365 day/year
Other Requirements:
Must be available to work nights, weekends and/or holidays as needed
Must be available to work extended hours as needed
Work environment is a coal-fired electric generating plant
Time will be split between controls office and out in the field inside the plant
Must understand and exemplify the values of Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior performance
This position may require some bending, lifting, climbing, prolonged sitting, prolonged walking, walking on gravel or crawling when necessary.

JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #D650