Electronics & Instrumentation Technician

Job Category: Maintenance

Requisition Number: ELECT
001264

Posted: January 7, 2026

Full Time

On-site

Rate: $30 USD per hour

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• Pay or shift range: $30 USD to $35 USD – The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Are you an experienced Electronics & Instrumentation Technician with strong electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation skills? We're looking for a driven and capable team member to support operations at our chemical manufacturing site in Elyria, OH. You’ll play a key role in maintaining and troubleshooting complex systems – from sensors and transmitters to motors and control loops.

About United Initiators

United Initiators is a global leader in the production of peroxide‑based initiators and specialty chemicals. We take pride in our commitment to safety, quality, and innovation – and in creating a workplace where employees can thrive. Learn more at

Why Join Us?

Competitive Pay: $30–$35/hr based on experience

Full Benefits on Day 1: Medical, dental, vision, robust life and disability insurance, wellness rewards, and more

Strong Retirement Package: 401(k) with match, safe harbor, and profit sharing

Real-World Impact: Support a global leader in specialty chemical production

We Offer a Competitive Benefits Package:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting Day 1
• 48 hours of sick time per year (rollover up to 96 hours)
• 2 floating holidays + 24 hours of unavoidable absence leave
• 80 hours of vacation after one year of service
• 401(k) with match, Safe Harbor contribution, and profit sharing
• Wellness Program (earn up to $350/year for routine care)
• Health Advocate program for additional support

The Electronics & Instrumentation Technician plays a vital role on our Maintenance team, ensuring safe, reliable, and accurate operation of instrumentation, electrical systems, and control equipment used throughout the facility.

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instrumentation
• Repair low‑voltage circuits, motors, relays, protective devices, and lighting equipment
• Calibrate analytical devices, including LEL detectors, gas monitoring equipment, pH, conductivity, pressure, and flow instruments
• Trace and test instruments using loop drawings, schematics, and test equipment
• Remove, clean, repair, and replace defective instruments and components
• Program transmitters and single‑loop controllers; adjust control valves and analog devices
• Troubleshoot 24 VDC loop‑powered devices, discrete and analog signals, and 4–20 mA loops
• Create and update loop drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
• Read and interpret loop sheets, P&IDs, and installation drawings
• Perform preventive maintenance and update work orders in the CMMS
• Support mechanical equipment repair and installation
• Assist with PLC/DCS I/O‑related work
• Install, set up, commission, and upgrade instrumentation systems and associated controls
• Maintain a proactive safety mindset and comply with all safety procedures
• Follow lockout/tagout, PPE requirements, and safe work practices
• Perform calibrations according to standards and manufacturer guidelines

• Certification in Instrumentation or Instrumentation/Control Apprenticeship preferred
• Electrical apprenticeship or trade school training a plus
• 1–3 years of industrial maintenance experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Willingness to work overtime and participate in on‑call rotation
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and safely perform physical tasks (climbing, kneeling, bending, reaching)
• PLC and HMI experience
• Knowledge of programmable logic controllers and distributed control systems
• Experience with hazardous‑location equipment
• Industrial plant setting with exposure to electrical systems, instrumentation, chemicals, and process equipment. Work may involve heights, confined spaces, and varied physical activity.