Instrument Technician
Listed on 2026-01-10
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Field/Service Technician, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer -
Engineering
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Field/Service Technician, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer
Position: Instrument Technician
Department: Maintenance / Operations
Employment Type: FTC on Rolls / Work Visa
Duty
Hours:
8 Hours per Day | 6 Days per Week
Location: As per Project / Site Requirement
Salary: As per Company Policy
Job Summary: The Instrument Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of field instruments and control systems to ensure accurate, reliable, and safe plant operations. The role supports continuous operations by maintaining instrumentation systems in compliance with approved engineering procedures, maintenance standards, and Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) requirements.
Key Responsibilities• Perform preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance on field instruments including pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters.
• Maintain and service control valves, actuators, positioners, and associated accessories.
• Carry out calibration and testing of instruments using standard calibration equipment and procedures.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot faults in instrumentation and control systems.
• Identify root causes of failures and implement effective corrective actions.
• Support operations teams during instrumentation-related breakdowns and emergencies.
• Assist in installation, loop checking, testing, and commissioning of instruments and control systems.
• Ensure installations comply with approved drawings, specifications, and safety standards.
• Support plant startups, shutdowns, and turnaround activities.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, instrument datasheets, and engineering drawings.
• Maintain accurate calibration records, maintenance logs, and inspection reports.
• Update documentation as required after maintenance or modification activities.
• Follow all site HSE procedures, including Permit-to-Work (PTW), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and safe work practices.
• Use proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Report unsafe conditions, near misses, and incidents immediately.
• Coordinate with engineers, supervisors, and other maintenance disciplines to ensure reliable operation of instrumentation systems.
• Assist junior technicians and contractors when required.
• Maintain good housekeeping in work areas and instrument locations.
Skills & Competencies
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Good communication and reporting skills
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
• Strict adherence to site HSE policies and procedures
• Active participation in toolbox talks and safety meetings
• Commitment to safe work practices and continuous improvement
Qualification
• Diploma or Technical Certification in Instrumentation, Control, or Electrical Engineering.
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