Instrumentation & Controls Technician

Standard Nuclear, Inc.; Scoville (ID); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Disability and Life Insurance

401K Plan

Paid Time Off, Holidays

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co is looking for an Instrumentation & Controls Technician in Scoville, ID. The technician will support manufacturing operations by installing and maintaining instrumentation and control systems. The role demands technical expertise and hands-on experience with industrial automation systems.

Key responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment, ensuring compliance with safety requirements, and supporting operations through effective maintenance and calibration of crucial systems.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience with industrial instrumentation and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with nuclear or regulated industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot instrumentation including sensors and control devices.
• Support system startup and modifications.
• Provide on-floor support to manufacturing and technical teams.

Skills

Instrumentation

Electrical Technology

Mechatronics

Troubleshooting

Calibration

Industrial Automation

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in related field

Tools

PLC

HMI

Calibration Equipment

Job description

Location: Scoville, ID

Schedule: Full-Time

The Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Technician supports StandardNuclear’s manufacturing and laboratory operations by installing, maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting instrumentation and control systems. This role ensures that critical process equipment, sensors, and control systems operate reliably and in accordance with technical and safety requirements.

This is a hands‑on role working with a variety of industrial systems including sensors, transmitters, control loops, and automated equipment. The I&C Technician works closely with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to support system performance, resolve issues, and maintain safe and efficient operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Instrumentation & Controls Maintenance

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot instrumentation including sensors, transmitters, gauges, and control devices
• Perform routine inspections, testing, and preventative maintenance on control systems and equipment
• Diagnose and repair issues with control loops, signal wiring, and instrumentation systems
• Support calibration of instruments to ensure accuracy and compliance with specifications

System Support & Troubleshooting

• Troubleshoot electrical and control system issues in manufacturing and laboratory environments
• Work with engineering teams to support system startup, commissioning, and modifications
• Assist in identifying root causes of equipment or process issues and implement corrective actions
• Support integration and testing of new instrumentation and control systems

  Calibration & Documentation

  • Perform and document calibration activities in accordance with company procedures
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance, calibration, and system changes
  • Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements for instrumentation and controls

  Operational Support

  • Provide on‑floor support to manufacturing and technical teams
  • Assist operators and engineers in resolving equipment and process issues
  • Support safe operation of equipment by ensuring instrumentation and controls function as intended

  Site IT Support

  • Serve as the on-site point of contact for basic IT support at the Idaho facility, in coordination with the Oak Ridge‑based IT team.
  • Assist with routine troubleshooting for workstations, printers, phones, network connectivity, conference room equipment, and other site technology.
  • Support setup of user equipment, peripherals, and basic hardware as directed by IT.
  • Help coordinate escalation of more complex IT issues to the Oak Ridge IT team or approved vendors.
  • Maintain awareness of site technology needs and communicate recurring issues or risks to IT and facility leadership

  Safety & Compliance

  • Follow all safety procedures and requirements, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and PPE usage
  • Support compliance with EH&S, quality, and regulatory requirements
  • Identify and report unsafe conditions or equipment issues

  SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in Instrumentation, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field
  • 2–5 years of experience working with industrial instrumentation and control systems
  • Experience with sensors, transmitters, control loops, and industrial automation systems
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and technical drawings
  • Experience with calibration of instruments and use of calibration equipment
  • Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control systems is a plus
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
  • Ability to work in manufacturing, laboratory, or industrial environments
  • Experience in nuclear, chemical, energy, or other regulated industries is a plus

  BENEFITS

  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Disability and Life Insurance
  • 401K Plan
  • Paid Time Off, Holidays

  WORK ENVIRONMENT

  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  This role is based on‑site in Oak Ridge, TN and supports employees across office, engineering, and manufacturing environments. Responsibilities include device deployment, system administration, and technical support. Occasional work in technical or operational areas may be required. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for qualified individuals.

  Standard Nuclear embraces equal opportunity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

  To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.