Instrumentation and Automation Technician

Turner Mining Group; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Staffing Group seeks an Instrumentation & Automation Technician to support a 30-week mine restart near Clayton, Idaho. Travel to site required for the duration. The role covers instrumentation, controls, and electrical maintenance for the mill, under site leadership in a heavy industrial environment.

Journeyperson technicians or qualified third-year apprentices are encouraged to apply. Safety-focused and mechanically inclined candidates who can read drawings and work as part of a team

Qualifications

• Journeyperson instrumentation/automation technician preferred.
• Third-year instrumentation or electrical apprentices considered.
• Experience with industrial instrumentation, controls, sensors, or automation systems.
• Mining or heavy industrial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Replace apron feeder controllers.
• Troubleshoot and repair belt speed sensors.
• Remove loose, abandoned, or hanging cables from mill areas.
• Support installation and connection of flowmeters, probes, and other mill sensors.
• Assist with instrumentation, automation, and controls work under site guidance.
• Inspect work areas and equipment before tasks.
• Follow site procedures, electrical standards, and lockout/tagout requirements.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Communicate work status and safety hazards to supervision.
• Perform additional project-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Instrumentation

Automation

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Site teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Journeyperson status or equivalent

Job description

Turner Staffing Group is seeking an Instrumentation & Automation Technician to support a 30-week mine restart project for the client near Clayton, Idaho. Candidates must be willing to travel to the site for the duration of the project. This is a project-based position with Turner Staffing Group, supporting the site team with instrumentation, controls, and electrical maintenance activities throughout the mill.

Journeyperson technicians and qualified third-year apprentices are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working under site leadership in an active industrial environment.

Schedule

Candidates may work one of the following schedules based on project needs:

• 7 days on / 7 days off: beginning Wednesday and ending Tuesday

Key Responsibilities

• Replace apron feeder controllers.
• Troubleshoot and repair belt speed sensors.
• Remove loose, abandoned, or hanging cables from various areas of the mill.
• Support the installation and connection of flowmeters, probes, and other mill sensors.
• Assist with instrumentation, automation, and controls work under the guidance of the site team.
• Inspect work areas and equipment before beginning assigned tasks.
• Follow site procedures, electrical standards, and lockout/tagout requirements.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Communicate work status, equipment concerns, and safety hazards to site supervision.
• Perform additional project-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Instrumentation Technician, Automation Technician, or equivalent industrial experience preferred.
• Qualified third-year instrumentation or electrical apprentices will be considered.
• Experience working with industrial instrumentation, controls, sensors, or automation systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and control components.
• Experience in mining, mineral processing, manufacturing, or another heavy industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to read basic electrical drawings, schematics, and equipment documentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow direction and work effectively as part of a site-based team.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices.
• Reliable attendance and transportation to the project site.

Work Environment

This position is based at an active mine and mill restart project. Work may be performed around operating or de-energized industrial equipment, conveyors, electrical systems, uneven walking surfaces, elevated work areas, dust, noise, and changing weather conditions.

Employees must be able to wear required personal protective equipment and comply with all Turner Staffing Group and site-specific safety requirements.

Why Join Turner Staffing Group?

Turner Staffing Group connects skilled tradespeople with mining and heavy industrial projects across the United States. This project offers the opportunity to contribute to a significant mine restart while working alongside an experienced site team.

Apply Today

Qualified journeyperson technicians and third-year apprentices interested in project-based instrumentation and automation work are encouraged to apply.

All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Turner Staffing Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.