Instrumentation And Controls Technician

Job Title: Instrumentation and Controls Technician
Job Description
This role is an integral part of an active construction and commissioning team, responsible for installing, calibrating, and testing process control instrumentation, panels, and equipment. The technician ensures that automated systems and sensory devices regulating industrial machinery are installed correctly, operate safely, and perform efficiently. The position involves close collaboration with general contractors and design engineers to resolve technical issues during pre-commissioning and start-up phases in industrial environments such as manufacturing plants, power grids, and water treatment facilities.
Responsibilities

• Install and wire a variety of field instruments, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level sensors, as well as actuators, control valves, and electrical enclosures.
• Perform and witness instrument calibrations and loop checks to ensure reliable communication between field devices and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) or SCADA panels.
• Conduct field inspections of contractor work to verify adherence to design specifications, blueprints, and P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams) standards.
• Diagnose and resolve wiring faults, logic errors, and hardware malfunctions during construction and commissioning phases.
• Record testing results, as-built modifications, and calibration documentation in line with project and quality control requirements.
• Maintain strict compliance with site safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout procedures, confined space entry rules, and safe handling of tools and high/low voltage electrical equipment.
• Install, calibrate, and maintain automated systems and sensory equipment that regulate industrial machinery.
• Work with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and motor control systems to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate with general contractors and design engineers to identify and resolve technical issues during pre-commissioning and start-up.
• Support quality assurance efforts by verifying that installed systems meet project standards and operational requirements.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with installation and wiring of industrial instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level sensors.
• Proficiency in calibrating instruments and performing loop checks between field devices and DCS or SCADA systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical and mechanical faults, logic errors, and hardware malfunctions in industrial environments.
• Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and motor control systems.
• Ability to interpret and work from design specifications, blueprints, and P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams).
• Knowledge of industrial automation and process control systems in facilities such as manufacturing plants, power grids, or water treatment plants.
• Commitment to strict safety practices, including Lockout/Tagout procedures, confined space entry, and safe handling of high/low voltage equipment.
• Capability to perform detailed documentation of testing, calibration, and as-built modifications in accordance with project and quality control guidelines.
• Background in electrical and instrumentation repair and maintenance in industrial settings.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on construction and commissioning projects in industrial facilities.
• Familiarity with OCIP (Owner Controlled Insurance Program) project environments.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with general contractors and design engineers to resolve technical issues.
• Comfort working with both indoor and outdoor construction conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and quality assurance mindset.
• Ability to adapt to changing work schedules and project requirements.

Why Work Here?
This opportunity offers a structured work schedule and the chance to contribute to complex, high-impact industrial projects. You benefit from additional allowances and per diem support, reflecting the value placed on your time and expertise. The work environment promotes strong safety standards, professional collaboration, and exposure to advanced automation and control technologies, helping you deepen your technical skills and grow your career in industrial instrumentation and controls.
Work Environment
The role is based in a construction environment that includes both indoor and outdoor settings, with exposure to active industrial sites. The current work schedule is Monday through Thursday with 10-hour shifts and an 8-hour shift on Fridays, though this may change based on project needs. The position is part of an OCIP job and involves working with industrial automation and control equipment, including instruments, PLCs, motor controls, and electrical enclosures. You will operate in a safety-focused environment that emphasizes proper use of tools, adherence to high/low voltage safety practices, and compliance with site protocols.
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Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of El Paso, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in El Paso,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.


Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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