Instrumentation and Control Apprentice beginning August 2026

Eastern Controls; Edgemont (PA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Eastern Controls is seeking apprentices for a full-time position starting August 2026. This 2-3 year program will provide in-classroom and on-the-job training for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical and control systems.

Candidates will gain hands-on experience alongside journeyworkers. Requirements include a high school diploma, valid driver’s license, and a desire to learn. The position offers benefits like health insurance, 401k, and competitive pay of $20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18+ years old.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• No prior experience required — we train you.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair instrumentation systems.
• Calibrate and test equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical/control issues.

Skills

Interest in electronics

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Job Type: Full-time

Eastern Controls is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the Philadelphia region. We are a family-owned manufacturer’s representative providing best-in-class process control solutions, service, and training. With corporate headquarters in Newtown Square, PA, we serve critical industries, including Life Sciences, Power, Water/Wastewater, Chemical, Refining, and Food & Beverage. Since 1969, we have built a culture that values technical expertise, strong customer relationships, and a team-driven, family-oriented environment.

This is a 2-3 year program beginning August 2026 where apprentices will learn to install, maintain, and repair electrical and control systems used in industries across the region. This will include in‑classroom and on the job training including but not limited to field‑based activities such as calibration checks, proper installation of equipment, troubleshooting and repair of instruments and other equipment.

What you will get:

• Full‑time PAY while you learn
• Classroom training + real job‑site experience
• Nationally recognized credential upon program completion
• Strong career growth + high earning potential
• Generous benefits including health insurance, 401k, PTO

What you will learn to do:

• Install, maintain & repair instrumentation systems
• Calibrate and test equipment (temperature, pressure, flow, level)
• Troubleshoot electrical/control issues
• Work with PLCs and real industrial equipment
• Train alongside experienced journeyworkers and technicians

Requirements

• Applicants must be 18+ years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Interest in electronics, tools, or hands‑on work
• Self‑motivated, solid work ethic, excellent attendance and desire to learn
• Excellent communication skills
• (No prior experience required — we train you.)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK CONDITIONS

• Some environments can be inside or outside, temperatures are equivalent to the outside air or room temperatures, lighting can vary based on location but generally no additional lighting is required. There are also occasions where you will be in a typical office environment.
• Individuals may need to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day. Climbing on ladders, scaffolding, tanks etc. or confined spaces to access the equipment.
• Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required in order complete the required work. Proper lifting techniques required. May include lifting up to 50 pounds on occasion.

Salary Description

$20