Instrumentation Technician I

Prime Controls; Schertz (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

FSA

Generous PTO

Culture events

ESOP

401k matching

Job summary

Prime Controls, L.P. seeks an Instrumentation Technician I to troubleshoot, calibrate, and commission instrumentation for large industrial processes at customer sites. You will assist with system integration, identify parts, and program PLCs and HMIs under supervision.

The role requires hands-on experience with AC/DC drives, PID control, Ethernet, and electrical components. Travel to client locations is required; a strong safety mindset and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience as an instrumentation technician.
• Strong knowledge of AC and DC drives operation.
• Solid understanding of PID and control loops.
• Familiar with Ethernet communications and networking.
• Proficient with PLC and HMI systems.
• Ability to diagnose defective components and drives.
• Experience testing instrumentation and automation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs instrumentation and automation services, troubleshooting, calibration, installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Troubleshoots instrumentation functionality and I/O operation.
• Repairs instrumentation, including calibration with meters and tools.
• Sets up new instrumentation and calibrates to specifications.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance of test apparatus.
• Assists with installation and maintenance projects for large industrial processes.
• Uses computerized equipment and software to perform tests and generate reports.
• Travels to customer sites to provide services as required.

Skills

Instrumentation experience

AC/DC drives

PID control

Ethernet networks

PLC programming

HMI systems

Electrical components

Diagnostics equipment use

Tools

PLC systems

HMI software

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Instrumentation Technician I

Location: US-TX-Schertz

ID: 2026-2227

Category: Field Operations

Position Type: Full-Time

Remote Work: No

About Prime

Introducing Prime Controls, L.P.

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

As an Instrumentation Technician I will perform a variety of troubleshooting and repair services on electronic instrumentation used in the automation of large industrial processes. You will assist with most aspects of system integration projects by identifying parts and components for PLC, network, computer, and software components; programming PLCs and HMIs; testing functionality of program logic and installed equipment; troubleshooting software and systems issues during start-up; developing and assembling required documentation and user manuals created during the development process.

A Typical Day at Prime Controls

• Performs a variety of instrumentation and automation services, troubleshooting, calibration, installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Troubleshoots instrumentation functionality and I/O operation.
• Repair instrumentation, typically involving calibration using a variety of meters and tools.
• Sets up new instrumentation and calibrates specifications using schematics and drawings.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance of test apparatus and peripheral equipment.
• Assists with a variety of related installation and maintenance projects for automating large industrial processes.
• Uses computerized equipment and software to perform testing functions and produce reports.
• Works with engineers testing and commissioning PLC systems.
• Travel to customer sites to provide services as required.

What You Will Bring

The Basic

• 2 Years experience as an instrumentation technician
• Technical knowledge of the operation of AC and DC drives.
• A thorough understanding of speed feedback devices theory and operation.
• An understanding of temperature control and temperature components.
• A good understanding of PID and control loops.
• A good understanding of Ethernet communications and connections.
• Proficient in PLC and HMI systems, including communications drivers and connections, PLC program navigation and controlled manipulation.
• A thorough understanding of all electrical components and electronic devices.
• Show an understanding and demonstrate the processes involved in diagnosing defective components, motors, drives and electronic components.
• Able to demonstrate the ability to use diagnostic equipment.

Benefits

What We Offer:

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

• Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account(s)
• Generous PTO
• Numerous culture events
• ESOP
• 401k 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.