Instrumentation Technician I - Calibrate & Repair Controls

Taurus Industrial Group; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Taurus Industrial Group is seeking an Instrument Technician in Baton Rouge, LA to install, calibrate, troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and test instrumentation and control systems used in industrial facilities. You will ensure instruments, analyzers, transmitters, control valves, and other equipment operate safely and efficiently to support production and operations.

You will work with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to minimize downtime and uphold safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or technical cert in Instrumentation, Electrical Tech, Industrial Maintenance, Process Tech or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years as Instrument Technician in industrial settings.
• Ability to read P&IDs, loop drawings, electrical schematics, and manuals.
• Knowledge of process instrumentation, control systems, and equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability.
• Pass pre-employment screenings and site requirements.
• TWIC or similar credentials may be required.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate instrumentation and control devices.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on instrumentation systems.
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Test and calibrate pressure, flow, level, temperature, and analytical instruments.
• Install and repair control valves, transmitters, switches, gauges, and related equipment.
• Assist with commissioning, startup, shutdown, and turnaround activities.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, loop sheets, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Ensure proper operation of PLC, DCS, and related control systems.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders.
• Comply with safety and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate with teams for repairs and maintenance.

Skills

Process instrumentation

PLC/DCS knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Calibration and testing

Reading P&IDs and schematics

CMMS usage

Safety and compliance

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or certificate in Instrumentation/Electrical/Industrial Maintenance

Tools

Calibration equipment

Multimeters

Diagnostic tools

CMMS

Job description

Taurus Industrial Group is seeking an Instrument Technician in Baton Rouge, LA to install, calibrate, troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and test instrumentation and control systems used in industrial facilities. You will ensure instruments, analyzers, transmitters, control valves, and other equipment operate safely and efficiently to support production and operations.

You will work with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to minimize downtime and uphold safety and regulatory standards.