Instrument Technician (#523)

Global Edge is an international staffing firm connecting projects worldwide with the industry’s most talented project professionals. We work with high level technical and commercial personnel across multiple industries including Oil and Gas, Energy, Renewables, Infrastructure, Automotive and Motorsports, IT, Marine, Mining, and more. With offices strategically located worldwide, Global Edge is known for the highest level of delivery for our clients and contractors.

Position Overview

Our team is currently looking for an Instrument Technician for one of our clients. 

The Instrument Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electronic and mechanical instruments used in industrial processes and systems. This role involves troubleshooting instrument malfunctions, performing calibration and testing, and ensuring the accuracy and reliability of instrumentation systems.

Responsibilities & Essential Duties

•    Install, calibrate, maintain, and repair electronic and mechanical instruments, such as sensors, transmitters, controllers, and analyzers, used in industrial processes and systems. 

•    Troubleshoot instrument malfunctions, diagnose root causes, and implement corrective actions to restore functionality and reliability. 

•    Perform preventive maintenance tasks, including inspection, cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment of instruments to ensure optimal performance and longevity. 

•    Conduct instrument calibration, testing, and validation to verify accuracy, precision, and compliance with specifications and standards. 

•    Document maintenance activities, equipment history, and calibration records using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or other record-keeping tools. 

•    Coordinate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to prioritize instrument repair activities and minimize downtime and production losses. 

•    Assist in the design, installation, and commissioning of new instrumentation systems and upgrades to existing systems. 

•    Stay informed about new developments, technologies, and best practices in instrumentation and incorporate them into maintenance procedures and practices.

Qualifications (Education, Experience, & Skills)

•    Associate degree in electrical engineering technology or a related field. 

•    Experience as an instrument technician in an industrial setting. 

•    Knowledge of electronic and mechanical instrumentation principles, components, and systems. 

•    Familiarity with process control systems, distributed control systems (DCS), and programmable logic controllers (PLC). 

•    Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. 

•    Proficiency in using test equipment, diagnostic tools, and calibration instruments. 

•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

•    Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

•    Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Global Edge Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Global Edge Group, LLC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.