Field Instrument Technician — Smart Agriculture

PROFARM; Bangor Township (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Flexible spending account

Job summary

ProFarm is seeking a skilled Instrumentation Technician to install, calibrate, and maintain control systems across our facilities. The role includes diagnosing issues, reading schematics, and ensuring instrument performance through regular testing and meticulous record keeping.

You will work with calibration tools and testing devices, requiring attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and occasional travel. A 2-year degree or equivalent experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent from a 2-year college or technical school preferred or 4+ years related experience.
• Minimum of 4+ years’ experience in plant process operations.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, and maintain instruments and control systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with existing systems.
• Perform regular tests/inspections for optimal operation of instruments.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Test new or repaired instrumentation on test stands or devices.
• Modify or fabricate as needed for instrumentation fit.
• Plan, construct, and assemble test panels for production testing.
• Keep records on repair and calibration of instruments.
• Interpret Instrument/Electrical manuals, drawings and spec layouts.
• Special skills in installation and maintenance of Instrument/Electrical equipment.
• Recommend modifications or upgrades to improve system efficiency and safety.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Instrument maintenance

Reading schematics

Attention to detail

Education

AA degree or equivalent

4+ years experience

Tools

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Calibration tools

Job description

ProFarm is seeking a skilled Instrumentation Technician to install, calibrate, and maintain control systems across our facilities. The role includes diagnosing issues, reading schematics, and ensuring instrument performance through regular testing and meticulous record keeping.

You will work with calibration tools and testing devices, requiring attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and occasional travel. A 2-year degree or equivalent experience is preferred.