Instrument Technicians

Cascade Process Controls; Odessa, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time, permanent position

Overtime opportunities

Benefits package available (health, do

vision, PTO)

Job summary

Cascade Process Controls is seeking skilled Instrument Technicians to support operations in San Antonio and Odessa, TX. The ideal candidate will calibrate, test, troubleshoot, and maintain field instruments and control valves used in industrial environments.

This permanent, full-time role offers competitive hourly pay and long-term stability. Responsibilities include calibration, diagnostics, documentation, and coordination with operations and engineering teams to ensure safe, compliant work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience as an Instrument Technician in an industrial environment (oil & gas, chemical, manufacturing, or similar).
• Strong hands-on experience with instrument calibration and testing.
• Proficiency with field instruments and control valves.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, electronic, and pneumatic systems.
• Familiarity with calibration tools, HART communicators, and test equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between job sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibration, testing, inspection, and maintenance of field instrumentation including pressure, temperature, flow, and level instruments.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot control valves, safety valves, transmitters, and actuators.
• Install, maintain, and repair pneumatic, electronic, and digital instrumentation systems.
• Diagnose instrument loop issues and verify loop checks during commissioning and maintenance activities.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, and instrument datasheets.
• Perform functional testing and documentation of calibration results in accordance with company and regulatory standard.
• Troubleshoot control system issues and work closely with operations and engineering teams.
• Ensure all work complies with safety regulations, company procedures, and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, calibration, and testing activities.
• Support shutdowns, turnarounds, and emergency repairs as required.

Skills

Instrument calibration

Testing

Troubleshooting

P&ID reading

Documentation

Electrical/pneumatic systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification or associate degree

Tools

HART communicators

Test equipment

PLC/DCS knowledge

Job description

Description

Cascade Process Controls is hirng skilled Instrument Technicians to support operations in San Antonio and Odessa, TX. The ideal candidate will be highly proficient in the calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of field instruments and control valves used in industrial environments. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity offering competitive hourly pay and long-term stability.

• Perform calibration, testing, inspection, and maintenance of field instrumentation including pressure, temperature, flow, and level instruments
• Calibrate and troubleshoot control valves, safety valves, transmitters, and actuators
• Install, maintain, and repair pneumatic, electronic, and digital instrumentation systems
• Diagnose instrument loop issues and verify loop checks during commissioning and maintenance activities
• Read and interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, and instrument datasheets
• Perform functional testing and documentation of calibration results in accordance with company and regulatory standard
• Troubleshoot control system issues and work closely with operations and engineering teams
• Ensure all work complies with safety regulations, company procedures, and industry standards
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, calibration, and testing activities
• Support shutdowns, turnarounds, and emergency repairs as required

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as an Instrument Technician in an industrial environment (oil & gas, chemical, manufacturing, or similar)
• Strong hands-on experience with instrument calibration and testing
• Proficiency working with field instruments and control valves
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, electronic, and pneumatic systems
• Familiarity with calibration tools, HART communicators, and test equipment
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between job sites as needed

Preferred Skills

• Experience in refinery, petrochemical, or oil & gas facilities
• Knowledge of PLC/DCS systems (maintenance and field-side support)
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time, permanent position
• Opportunity for overtime depending on workload
• Benefits package available (health, dental, vision, PTO, etc.)