Instrumentation Technician

PTS Advance; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health and life insurance

Vision and dental insurance

Flexible benefits plan

401(k) retirement plan with company12%

Profit-sharing retirement plan

Additional benefits package

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Job summary

PTS Advance is seeking an Instrumentation Technician in Joplin, MO to support automation, reliability, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement on a fast-paced production line. This hands-on role involves troubleshooting, calibration, and programming of plant equipment, including sensors, drives, and PLCs.

Work is on rotating 12-hour day and night shifts with occasional extra hours. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and documentation updates in a dynamic industrial setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 5+ years of experience OR an Associate's degree with 3+ years in a related field.
• Experience with process control systems and troubleshooting in an industrial environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of NEC and electrical distribution systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical expert on electrical subsystems including sensors, motors, and drives on assigned shift.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues in collaboration with shift technicians and operations leads.
• Perform planned maintenance on a rotating 12-hour shift basis and assist in maintenance planning.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Equipment maintenance

Cross-functional teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Job description

Instrumentation Technician

Location: Joplin, MO | Schedule: Rotating 12-Hour Day/Night Shifts | Full-Time, Hourly

Position Overview

A well-established industrial manufacturer in the Joplin, MO area is seeking a skilled and innovative Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to join its engineering team. This hands-on role supports automation, reliability, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement across a fast-paced production environment. We are looking for a self-directed team player who is driven to investigate problems, develop those around them, and thrive on a cross-functional team of operators and technicians.

This is a well-compensated hourly position working rotating 12-hour day and night shifts, with occasional additional hours as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead technical expert on high-level equipment processes and electrical sub-components including sensors, motors, and drives on assigned shift.
• Execute and support plant safety and environmental programs.
• Provide operational support on a cross-functional shift team to drive uptime, line efficiency, and waste reduction goals.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues in collaboration with shift technicians and operations leads.
• Perform planned maintenance work on a shift basis while prioritizing against line calls and other tasks.
• Identify and withdraw parts needed for electrical maintenance and repair projects.
• Perform electrical repairs on various types of equipment per standard work plans and manuals; contribute to improving documentation.
• Select, install, configure, and calibrate instruments and field devices.
• Test equipment for safety and operational efficiency.
• Program new plant equipment or modify existing programs as directed; utilize PLCs to aid in troubleshooting.
• Use electrical hand tools, voltage and amperage measuring devices, HART communicators, and other technical equipment for troubleshooting and repair.
• Bend, hang, and run conduit; pull electrical cable and wire as needed.
• Train plant personnel on new systems; update LOTO and SOP documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts across equipment, documentation, and processes.
• Maintain ownership of plant 5S programs and housekeeping standards.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience, OR
• Associate's degree with a minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with process control systems and hands-on troubleshooting in an industrial environment.
• Background in continuous or integrated multi-equipment manufacturing processes.
• Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley PLC experience.
• Knowledge of NEC and electrical distribution systems.

Physical Requirements

• Must be comfortable working in both an office environment and on the production floor; full PPE compliance required on the floor (hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe boots, ear protection).
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop to inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain heavy plant equipment.
• Regularly lift up to 10 lbs; occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to work around moving mechanical parts, at elevated heights, and in environments with dust, fumes, chemicals, heat, electrical equipment, and elevated noise.
• Safety is a top priority — employee is responsible for both personal safety and the safety of peers.
• Facility operates 24/7; occasional extended hours may be required for troubleshooting, project implementation, or training.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage commensurate with experience
• Group health and life insurance
• Vision and dental insurance
• Flexible benefits plan
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Profit-sharing retirement plan
• Additional benefits package
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