Quality Control Technician

About Prime

About Prime Controls

Established in 2004, Prime Controls, L.P. is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm dedicated to meeting clients’ industrial automation and control requirements. As a Main Automation Contractor, we offer comprehensive solutions, supported by our size, expertise, and extensive experience. With a professional team of 1000+ employees, Prime Controls serves customers nationwide from our Dallas, Texas headquarters and offices throughout the United States. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality professional services while prioritizing our employees’ well-being and fostering an exceptional workplace environment. 

Overview

Position Summary

As a Quality Control Technician, you will perform quality control inspections and testing of in-house fabricated Instruments and control panels, under UL 508A & 698A standards. 

Key Responsibilities

• Understanding of electrical wiring, fabrication, and testing of control panels under a UL 508A & 698A panel environment. 

• Understanding of instrument and control systems including transmitters, programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and instrument loops (4-20mA). Knowledge of flow meters, pressure probes, temperature probes, and level probes. 

• Understanding of PLC logic and software platforms for I/O testing such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and Motorola. 

• Understanding and disciplined in writing, submitting clear corrective work orders for approval and following up upon request. 

• Properly uses electrical test equipment and similar tools. 

• Understanding of electrical wiring and testing of both DC and AC up to 480 volts. 

• Understanding of circuits and relays. 

• Visually verifies the Bill of Materials for the panel being tested in house. 

• Visually verifies, tests electronically, and traces all wire origins and designations for accuracy and correct wire tags. 

• Ability to power up and test 120 VAC, 24VDC, and 480V voltage electrical systems (consistent with OSHA and NEC electrical safety practices). 

• Works overtime or weekends, when necessary, according to the production and shipping schedule. 

• Maintains cleanliness in all areas of the panel shop. 

• Ability and dexterity to work with duct covers and cabinets to manipulate wires. 

• Ability to work extended hours when required. 

• Understanding of basic email and MS Office products and various other applications. 

• Strictly adheres to all safety and environmental rules and regulations to protect employees and public safety. 

Qualifications

Required 

• Electrical Technology Associate Degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school. 

• 2-4 years Electrical Experience. 

• Material inspection and reporting experience. 

• Cable Tray and Conduit Installation Experience. 

• Proficiency with Quality Control reporting methods. 

• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills. 

Preferred 

• Journeyman License. 

• 6 years related experience. 

• Previous experience as a Military technician. 

Benefits

What We Offer

Full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: 

• Health, Dental, and Vision coverage 

• Flexible Spending Account(s) 

• Generous PTO 

• ESOP Program 

• Numerous company events 

• 401(k) matching and more! 

Work Environment & Physical Demands (Text Only)

Physical requirements and work environment expectations vary by position. Generally, roles at Prime Controls may involve moderate noise, occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions, and, depending on the role, work at heights or around airborne particles and electrical components. Physical activities may include standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, as well as the use of hands, arms, and voice communication. Some roles may require lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements may include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. 

EEO

Prime Controls is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disabled employer. 

As a federal contractor, Prime Controls is required to participate in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates.