Instrumentation and Electrical Technician

AVANTech LLC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

Opportunity for advancement

Insurance with employer matching

401(k) with employer match

4 day work week (flexible hours)

Temperature controlled environment

Job summary

AVANTech LLC in Columbia, SC is seeking a hands-on Electrical/Instrumentation Technician to install, inspect, and repair wiring, panels, and conduits. You will read P&ID diagrams and schematics to lay out systems, measure and bend conduits, and troubleshoot operational issues using precision instruments.

Applicants should have 3 years of hands-on experience in instrumentation or electrical fields and a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• 3 years of hands-on experience in instrumentation and/or electrical fields.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical drawings, and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Install, examine, and repair electrical wiring, conduits, panels, and disconnects.
• Follow P&ID and electrical schematics for accurate system layouts.
• Measure, cut, bend, and install conduit, fittings, and stainless-steel tubing.
• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble precision components according to technical blueprints.
• Diagnose and resolve system failures using precision measuring and testing equipment.
• Maintain and repair critical hardware including valves, flanges, and gaskets.
• Utilize compression fittings and install pneumatic tubing systems.
• Safely operate heavy equipment to facilitate installation and repairs.
• Coordinate with cross-functional crafts and teams onsite.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• HVAC, plumbing, electrical or auto mechanic experience helpful.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Electrical diagrams

Technical manuals

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits of working with AVANTech:

• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Great opportunity for advancement with a growing company.
• Varied insurance offerings with employer matching.
• 401(k) savings plan with employer match.
• Flexible work hours, including 4 day work week.
• Temperature controlled environment.

Responsibilities:

• Install, examine, and repair electrical wiring, conduits, panels, and disconnects
• Follow P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams) and electrical schematics for accurate system layouts
• Measure, cut, bend, and install conduit, fittings, and stainless-steel tubing
• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble precision components according to technical blueprints
• Diagnose and resolve system failures using precision measuring and testing equipment
• Maintain and repair critical hardware including valves, flanges, and gaskets
• Utilize compression fittings and install pneumatic tubing systems
• Safely operate heavy equipment, including overhead crane, forklifts, and scissor lifts, to facilitate installation and repairs
• Coordinate effectively with cross-functional crafts and teams to streamline workflow onsite
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• HVAC, plumbing, electrical or auto mechanic experience helpful

What Will Set You Up for Success:

• Prefer 3 years of hands‑on experience in instrumentation and/or electrical fields
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical drawings, and technical manuals

Additional Requirements

All candidates must be able to pass a drug test, pre-employment physical, and background investigation.

High awareness of safe working practices and procedures.

Job Type & Compensation:

Full-time, hourly, nonexempt.