What You Will Do
As an Instrumentation Technician I, you will play a crucial role in performing a variety of services on instrumentation and control systems used in the automation of industrial processes.
A Typical Day at Prime Controls
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Performs a variety of instrumentation and automation services, troubleshooting, calibration, installation, testing, and commissioning.
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Troubleshoots instrumentation functionality and I/O operation.
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Repair instrumentation, typically involving calibration using a variety of meters and tools.
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Sets up new instrumentation and calibrates to specifications using schematics and drawings.
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Performs preventive and corrective maintenance of test apparatus and peripheral equipment.
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Assists with a variety of related installation and maintenance projects for automating large industrial processes.
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Uses computerized equipment and software to perform testing functions and produce reports.
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Works with engineers testing and commissioning PLC systems.
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Travel to customer sites to provide services as required.
What You Will Bring
The Basic
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1 year experience as an instrumentation technician
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Technical knowledge of the operation of AC and DC drives.
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A thorough understanding of speed feedback devices theory and operation.
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An understanding of temperature control and temperature components.
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A good understanding of PID and control loops.
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A good understanding of Ethernet communications and connections.
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Proficient in PLC and HMI systems, including communications drivers and connections, PLC program navigation and controlled manipulation.
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A thorough understanding of all electrical components and electronic devices.
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Show an understanding and demonstrate the processes involved in diagnosing defective components, motors, drives and electronic components.
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Able to demonstrate the ability to use diagnostic equipment.
