Instrument Technician

Job Description The main duties of an Instrumentation Service Technician will be to support and maintain industrial electronic instrumentation for customers in our Midwest territory. Work will cover both in-shop and field service responsibilities. Shop work mainly includes panel assembly/testing and instrument configuration for production orders. Field service will include commissioning, repair, calibration and troubleshooting of various types of industrial instruments like pressure and temperature transmitters, gas detection equipment, and flow meters. Basic Job Functions Understand and follow all safe work practices as described in safety training, applicable 3rd party safety training, and any jobsite specific safety training provided/required by our customers. Ensure all 3rd party and/or site-specific safety training is kept up to date as needed to gain site access and perform all required work duties. Assemble/Wire/Test control panels from wiring and physical layout drawings provided by the engineer. Document final QC test procedure prior to shipment to the customer. Work with the engineer to resolve any identified issues with the design and/or drawings. Support the Service Manager as directed to assist with all Service Department activities. Perform proper repair, calibration, and startup of various types of process instrumentation initially under the supervision of the Service Manager and/or other technical personnel. Travel to customer plant sites to perform various field service activities. File professional reports in a timely manner for service work performed. Communicate with customers and Inside/Outside sales team to coordinate service activities as needed. Required Skills for the Position Technical school (AAS Degree) or equivalent technical job experience. Experience in the field of industrial instrumentation is preferred. Self-motivated, self-managed, organized, independent, confident, and professional attitude. Strong oral and written communication skills. Must be punctual and arrive on-time to all customer appointments. Ability to listen and learn quickly. Willingness to work on electrical equipment in an industrial environment. Basic computer skills with a familiarity with Microsoft Office programs a plus (Word, Excel and Outlook). Valid Driver's License Willingness to perform occasional overnight travel to perform work and/or to get additional training. Ability to comply with our drug-free work policy and random drug testing program. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr