Senior I&E Technician - Field Electrical & Instrumentation

BLS Electrical Inc; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BLS Electrical Inc is seeking a skilled Instrumentation and Electrical Technician to support installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical and instrumentation systems under guidance of senior journeymen and foremen. You will help ensure control systems operate safely and reliably, contributing to operational uptime.

The role emphasizes interpreting drawings, troubleshooting, documentation, and collaboration, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement on site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical electrical/instrumentation training preferred.
• 3–5 years of hands-on electrical or instrumentation experience in oil-field, automation, or industrial settings required.
• Colorado Driver’s License with clean record.
• Colorado Electrical Apprentice License or Journeyman license preferred.
• OSHA safety certification or PLC programming/troubleshooting credentials a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day operations and routine maintenance on instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Assist with installation, inspection, troubleshooting, calibration, and repair of pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, electronic, and PLC control systems.
• Interpret technical drawings, including P&IDs, one-line diagrams, panel layouts, and cable schedules.
• Service and maintain facility instrumentation and controls for maximum efficiency and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and repair motor control centers, electrical distribution, motors, and related equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance and repair activities.
• Follow safety policies and participate in safety meetings.
• Support measurement, maintenance, and operations tasks as needed.

Skills

Communication

Hand tools

Blueprints & drawings

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Safety mindset

Documentation

Project planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Electrical/instrumentation training

Colorado Journeyman/license in progress

OSHA/PLC certification a plus

Job description

BLS Electrical Inc is seeking a skilled Instrumentation and Electrical Technician to support installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical and instrumentation systems under guidance of senior journeymen and foremen. You will help ensure control systems operate safely and reliably, contributing to operational uptime.

The role emphasizes interpreting drawings, troubleshooting, documentation, and collaboration, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement on site.