Instrumentation & Control Technician

Essential Technical Duties

• System Troubleshooting & Repair:
  Diagnose and fix malfunctions in complex industrial electrical and control systems, including 480
  
  VAC power distribution, hard-wired control circuits, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Instrumentation Calibration:
  Regularly test, calibrate, and certify process instruments—such as pressure transmitters, flow meters, thermocouples, and pH sensors—to maintain precise measurement accuracy.
• PLC and Automation Management:
  Maintain, program, and upgrade Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) to optimize machine performance and control logic.
• Preventative Maintenance (PM):
  Perform scheduled inspections and preventative repairs on motors, switch gear, Motor Control Centers (MCCs), and SCADA equipment to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Installation & Commissioning:
  Install and wire new electrical components, conduits, and specialized control devices in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC).

• Record Keeping:
  Maintain detailed logs of maintenance activities, parts used, and calibration results within a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) like SAP.
• Schematic Interpretation:
  Read, interpret, and update electrical drawings, P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), and wiring schematics to reflect system modifications.
• Safety Compliance:
  Adhere strictly to safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures reporting unsafe activities to Management.
• Contribute to building a positive team spirit.
• Communicate effectively with subordinates and management at all levels.
• Protect confidential information by not communicating, disclosing to, or using for benefit of third parties.
• Maintain the highest degree of honesty and integrity at all times.
• Engineering and Contractor Support:
  Work with control engineers to improve system performance and supervise or coordinate the work of outside electrical contractors.
• Training and Mentorship:
  Instruct and provide guidance to others on proper methods for electrical maintenance and system safety.
• Cross-Functional Communication:
  Advise Management on equipment design, technical problems, and suggestions for process improvements.

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma or GED;
  Associate’s degree in Electrical/Instrumentation, Electronics, or equivalent technical training strongly preferred.
• Experience:
  
  1–5 years of hands-on experience in electrical/instrumentation maintenance within an industrial, chemical, power generation, or manufacturing facility.
• Licenses:
  Valid Driver’s License required;
  Journeyman Electrician License or ISA certification (e.g., CCST) is often desired or required.
• Knowledge:
  Strong understanding of electrical theory, NEC codes, PLC ladder logic, and P&IDs (Process and Instrumentation Diagrams). Instrumentation Diagrams).