Instrumentation Supervisor

Prime-Controls; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 114,616,000 - 157,597,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay range: 40-55/hr

Health, Dental, Vision

401(k) matching

ESOP Program

Generous PTO

Company events

Job summary

Prime Controls is seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Supervisor to lead technicians in instrumentation set-up, connection, and testing. You will coordinate with electrical contractors and plan wiring layouts while ensuring safety and code compliance.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting, training, and project planning to meet schedules and budgets. Strong supervisory experience and PLC/automation knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and a technical degree or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years as a technician with 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Strong automation/control knowledge including VFDs and soft starters.
• Experience with PLCs, wiring diagrams, and P&ID interpretation.
• Proven supervisory abilities and safety culture focus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate instrumentation setup, testing, and terminations with electrical contractors.
• Troubleshoot electrical problems and ensure conformance to codes.
• Plan wiring and installation; interpret specs, blueprints, and job orders.
• Inspect work and manage overtime through scheduling and crew oversight.
• Train technicians on procedures, safety, and technical skills.
• Assist in hiring decisions, performance reviews, and policy enforcement.
• Coordinate material requisition and labor needs with project team.
• Oversee day-to-day work and ensure timely project completion.

Skills

Automation & controls

VFD drives

Soft starters

PLC experience

Troubleshooting

Supervisor abilities

Project planning

Electrical schematics interpretation

P&ID interpretation

Instrument calibration tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year technical associate degree or equivalent experience/certification

NCCER certification in instrumentation

CCST I

Journeyman’s License

Tools

Fluke multimeter

Hart communicator

MS Office

Electrical test equipment

Job description

About Prime

About Prime Controls

Established in 2004, Prime Controls, L.P. is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm dedicated to meeting clients’ industrial automation and control requirements. As a Main Automation Contractor, we offer comprehensive solutions, supported by our size, expertise, and extensive experience. With a professional team of 1000+ employees, Prime Controls serves customers nationwide from our Dallas, Texas headquarters and offices throughout the United States. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality professional services while prioritizing our employees’ well-being and fostering an exceptional workplace environment.

Overview

Position Summary

As an Instrumentation and Controls Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in supervising and coordinating activities of instrumentation and controls technicians engaged in instrumentation set-up, connections, and testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinates with electrical contractors to schedule instrumentation set-up, testing, and terminations.
• Troubleshoots and resolves electrical problems and connections.
• Plans wiring and installation of instrumentation and controls. Interprets specifications, blueprints, job orders and assigns duties.
• Inspects work for conformance to company standards and electrical codes.
• Reviews schedules and estimates work hour requirements for completion of job assignments.
• Trains technicians on procedures, processes, efficient methods, quality, safety, productivity, and technical skills.
• Provides input for hiring decisions and performance reviews.
• Interprets company policies and enforces safety regulations.
• Suggests changes to increase the efficiency of the work crew.
• Maintains time and attendance records. Manages schedules and minimizes the need for overtime.
• Coordinates with project coordinator to requisition and purchase needed materials.
• Collaborates with managers to coordinate additional labor required to stay on schedule.
• Performs activities of workers supervised.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2-year technical associate degree or equivalent experience and/or certification.
• 5 years minimum of experience as a technician with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Previous Industrial Experience.
• Familiar with Automation and Controls, VFD Drives, Soft Starters.
• Experience with PLC’s.
• Proficient in computer and Microsoft Office software packages.
• Experience working with medium and low voltages.
• Experience with interpreting wiring schematics/ diagrams.
• Experience with interpreting P&ID’s.
• Experience with loop checks.
• Experience with instrument calibrations using a Fluke multimeter and hart communicator.
• Demonstrated supervisor abilities.
• Ability to manage small projects and day to day work planning.
• Experience following electrical schematics.
• Good track record with troubleshooting skills.
• A proven safe work record.

Preferred

• NCCER certification in instrumentation.
• CCST I.
• Journeyman’s License.

Benefits

What We Offer

Full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to:

• Pay range: 40-55/hr
• Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account(s)
• Generous PTO
• ESOP Program
• Numerous company events
• 401(k) matching and more!

Work Environment & Physical Demands (Text Only)

Physical requirements and work environment expectations vary by position. Generally, roles at Prime Controls may involve moderate noise, occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions, and, depending on the role, work at heights or around airborne particles and electrical components. Physical activities may include standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, as well as the use of hands, arms, and voice communication. Some roles may require lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements may include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

EEO

Prime Controls is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disabled employer.

As a federal contractor, Prime Controls is required to participate in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates.