Launch into Instrumentation & Calibration — Entry-Level Tech

AgUpdate; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + Vision + Dental

Competitive pay

Health spending accounts

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Employer retirement contribution

Employee retirement plan option

Job summary

The Research Foundation for SUNY in Albany seeks an Instrumentation & Calibration Technician-TECH I to join the maintenance team. This entry-level role offers on-the-job training in calibration, electrical systems, and process controls, with mentorship from experienced technicians.

You will learn to troubleshoot instrumentation, read schematics, and document activities in CMMS while advancing in industrial maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Interest in instrumentation, electrical systems, automation, or industrial maintenance.
• Basic math, computer, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to complete training including on-the-job and classroom instruction.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inspection, testing, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems.
• Learn to calibrate instruments measuring pressure, temperature, flow, level, pH, conductivity, and other process variables.
• Learn to safely use digital multimeters, process calibrators, pressure calibrators, and other test equipment.
• Assist with installation, replacement, configuration, and commissioning of field instrumentation.
• Learn to troubleshoot 4-20 mA instrument loops, analog and discrete signals, and basic electrical circuits.
• Perform instrument loop checks, functional testing, and equipment verification under supervision.
• Develop knowledge of PLCs, control systems, and industrial automation.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, loop diagrams, drawings, manuals.
• Maintain tools and workspace in a safe organized condition.
• Follow all safety requirements including LOTO and PPE.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Problem-solving

Safety minded

Teamwork

Fast learner

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Research Foundation for SUNY in Albany seeks an Instrumentation & Calibration Technician-TECH I to join the maintenance team. This entry-level role offers on-the-job training in calibration, electrical systems, and process controls, with mentorship from experienced technicians.

You will learn to troubleshoot instrumentation, read schematics, and document activities in CMMS while advancing in industrial maintenance.