Instrumentation Technician

Applied Industrial Technologies; Ohio; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Applied Industrial Technologies is seeking a Field Service Technician to perform maintenance, calibration, and installation of instrumentation and control systems at customer sites. You will calibrate sensors, commission instruments, and perform electrical tasks as needed, while documenting all service activities and logs.

The role requires travel to various customer sites with a safety-first mindset. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of experience with Process/Control equipment, strong PLC/drive

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; associates/technical degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience installing, maintaining, and repairing Process/Control equipment including instrumentation, valves, actuators, pumps, etc.
• Strong computer proficiency with electronic and microcomputer instruments used to measure and control pressure, flow, temperature, and level.
• Electrical/electrician experience and tubing, tray, and instrument stand installation experience.
• Industrial safety training and PLC programming/troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform field maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of instrumentation and control systems in a timely, accurate, and safe manner.
• Calibrate instrumentation including pressure, temperature, and flow; commission instrumentation and calibrate measuring devices.
• Install and calibrate measuring and positioning devices; perform minor electrical maintenance.
• Complete all documentation for actions taken and maintain logs of service calls, parts, and orders.
• Represent the company during field service tasks with a can-do attitude; identify and report safety issues and opportunities for upgrades.

Skills

Field service

Instrumentation calibration

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Defensive driving

PLC programming

Drive programming

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associates Degree/Technical Degree preferred

Tools

PLC programming

Drive programming

Job description

Why join us?

Applied is listed as one of the World’s Best Employers by Forbes for 2021. We have earned the Outstanding Employer Support award from the US Navy and we are a GSA approved vendor.

Applied has been fortunate to retain associates who have built long lasting careers. 25% of our U.S. team has 20+ years of service!

In addition to competitive pay and all the benefits you’d expect from an industry leader ( 401K with company match, insurance, company vehicle, time off, employee assistance, tuition reimbursement, etc.) you will also enjoy:

• A LASTING CAREER – Career paths are available in sales, management, and operations throughout the country

• Professional development and training

• Team oriented company culture where it’s called work for a reason but have fun in the process

• Join a local team with company backing
  

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Perform field maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of instrumentation and control systems in a timely, accurate, and safe manner:
  • Calibrate pressure, temperature, flow and various other instrumentation
  • Commission instrumentation and shoot loops
  • Install and Calibrate measuring and positioning devices
  • Perform minor electrical maintenance
• Complete all applicable documentation for actions taken.
  • Report job activity as well as maintain detailed logs about service calls, parts, and orders
• Represent Company during Field Service tasks providing a “can do” attitude
• Identify and report safety issues to proper customer representative
• Identify opportunities for upgrades at the customer facility
• Research task criteria prior to arriving on work site
• Use company vehicle to travel to and from job sites while maintaining defensive driving habits that reflect upon the sterling reputation of the company.
  

Essential Physical Functions/Equipment Used:

• Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 75lbs

• Must be able to stand, kneel, and walk for long periods of time

• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs in an industrial environment

• Must be able to work at heights utilizing fall protection

• Must be available for occasional call-ins

• Available for overnight travel to various locations & customer sites to provide service and training based on business needs

• Duties performed indoors & outdoors with exposure to weather, elements, heavy equipment, power tools, clean room, animal/insect bites, dirt and noise
  

Preferred Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required ; Associates Degree/Technical Degree preferred
• 2+ years of experience installing, maintaining, and repairing Process/Control equipment including instrumentation, valves, actuators, pumps, etc
• Strong computer proficiency required, namely the ability to operate a variety of electronic and microcomputer instruments used to measure and control variables such as pressure, flow, temperature, and level.
• Strong mechanical proficiency required, namely the ability to operate a variety of hand tools, power tools
• Electrical/electrician experience
• Tubing, tray, and instrument stand installation experience
• Industrial safety training
• PLC Programming and troubleshooting
• Programming and troubleshooting drives
  

Work Environment :

Varied environment: customer facilities will include indoor and outdoor environments, with exposure to all potential weather elements, clean rooms, factories, construction areas, and others

Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through your multi‑channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.