Instrumentation Technician

Applied Industrial Technologies; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Company vehicle

Health insurance

Time off

Employee assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Applied Industrial Technologies is seeking a Field Service Technician to install, troubleshoot, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation and control systems at customer sites across varied environments.

The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, PLC and drive programming experience, and the ability to travel for on-site service work, with the company providing training and support for ongoing development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; higher degree preferred.
• 2+ years installing, maintaining, repairing process/control equipment including instrumentation, valves, actuators, pumps.
• Strong computer proficiency with measuring and controlling variables such as pressure, flow, temperature, and level.
• Strong mechanical proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Electrical/electrician experience.
• Tubing, tray, and instrument stand installation experience.
• Industrial safety training.
• PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Programming and troubleshooting drives.

Responsibilities

• Perform field maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of instrumentation and control systems.
• Calibrate pressure, temperature, flow and other instrumentation.
• Commission instrumentation and shoot loops; install and calibrate devices.
• Perform minor electrical maintenance.
• Complete documentation for actions; report job activity and logs.
• Represent Company during Field Service tasks with a "can do" attitude.
• Identify safety issues and opportunities for upgrades at customer sites.
• Travel to job sites using company vehicle with safe driving.

Skills

Instrument calibration

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical proficiency

PLC programming

Drive programming

Computer proficiency

Field service mindset

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associates Degree/Technical Degree

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electronic instrumentation

Microcomputer instruments

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 Equivalentrequired; 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 our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.