Instrument & Controls Technician

Freedom Industries, Inc.; Rocky Mount, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Industries, Inc. is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Technician to install, test, calibrate, and maintain industrial instrumentation and control systems on construction job sites.

The role supports safe, accurate operation of equipment across multiple projects and requires reading drawings and schematics with strong problem-solving skills. Preferred candidates hold a technical degree or certification in instrumentation, controls, or electrical systems and can work independently or

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of industrial control systems and field instrumentation.
• Ability to read construction drawings, control schematics, and specs.
• Attention to safety and high-quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test field instruments (pressure, temperature, flow, level).
• Install and support control systems, wiring to panels and equipment.
• Perform loop checks, point-to-point testing, and system commissioning.
• Read and follow drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Calibrate instruments and document results.
• Troubleshoot instrument and control system issues and repair as needed.
• Coordinate with electricians, engineers, and project managers to meet schedule.

Skills

Industrial control systems

Field instrumentation

Electrical fundamentals

Education

Instrumentation/controls degree

Job description

About Freedom Industries

Freedom Industries is a trusted MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) service provider, proudly serving a wide range of industries, including Life Sciences, Automotive, Industrial Manufacturing, Semiconductor, and Food/Beverage. Since our founding in 2004, we have remained committed to delivering exceptional industrial maintenance and construction services. Our core mission is simple yet powerful: “Our purpose is to honor God by building a great future for our Freedom family through relationship-driven industrial construction and maintenance.”

As a 100% employee-owned company, we are passionate about fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and growth. We believe in putting ‘the right person in the right seat’ and are actively seeking new owners who share our values and vision for the future.

Employee owners at Freedom enjoy competitive pay, PTO, paid Holidays, and exceptional benefit options.

Freedom is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

To maintain a safe and productive workplace, and as a condition of employment, all candidates selected for hire are required to successfully pass a preemployment drug screening in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

Freedom participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. All new hires must provide valid documentation to establish identity and work authorization in the United States.

Position Summary

The Instrumentation & Controls Technician installs, tests, calibrates, and maintains industrial instrumentation and control systems used in construction projects, to support the safe, accurate, and reliable operation of equipment and processes on industrial construction job sites.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of industrial control systems, field instrumentation, and electrical fundamentals
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, control schematics, and specifications
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities

Experience/Education/Other

• Technical degree or certification in instrumentation, controls, or electrical systems preferred
• OSHA safety training preferredStrong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Experience in industrial instrumentation and controls within construction environments
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Essential Functions Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The Company considers the functions listed here as essential to performance of the job duties.

• Install, terminate, and test field instruments such as pressure, temperature, flow, and level devices
• Install and support control systems, including wiring to panels, junction boxes, and equipment
• Perform loop checks, point‑to‑point testing, and system commissioning
• Read and follow construction drawings, wiring diagrams, and control schematics
• Calibrate instruments using appropriate test equipment and document results
• Troubleshoot instrument and control system issues and make necessary repairs
• Work closely with electricians, engineers, supervisors, and project managers to meet schedule requirements
• Follow all site safety rules, company policies, and quality standards
• Maintain clear and accurate job documentation, test records, and punchlist items
• May work inside or outside, in environments that may be hot/cold/wet, varying elevations and heights, etc.
• Repetitive movement, including but not limited to, squatting, standing, bending, walking, climbing steps, stairs and ladders, lift tools and materials, etc.
• Must be able to walk on both level and unlevel surfaces, and use hands to feel/operate tools, objects, controls, etc.
• May be exposed to fumes, flashing light, sparks, flames