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Instrumentation & Electrical Specialist Americas Cement Seattle, Washington, United States Job ID: 519790 Ash Grove family of companies, including Ash Grove Cement Company, Ash Grove South Texas, LLC ...

The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the ... Preferred experience performing related electrical and/or instrumentation repair and maintenance ...

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How much do cement instrumentation jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for cement instrumentation in the United States is $28.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $29.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cement Instrumentation Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cement Instrumentation Engineer, you need a solid background in instrumentation engineering, process control, and knowledge of cement plant operations, usually supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with PLCs, DCS systems, calibration tools, and certification in industrial automation are typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are standout soft skills for this role. These skills ensure reliable plant performance, minimize downtime, and support safe, efficient cement manufacturing processes.

What are the most common challenges faced by Cement Instrumentation professionals on the job?

Cement Instrumentation professionals often encounter challenges such as maintaining equipment reliability in harsh and dusty environments, troubleshooting complex control systems, and ensuring minimal downtime during plant operations. They must stay updated with evolving automation technologies and integrate new instruments with legacy systems. Effective collaboration with maintenance, production, and electrical teams is also crucial to quickly resolve issues and optimize plant performance.

What is the difference between Cement Instrumentation vs Cement Quality Control Technician?

AspectCement InstrumentationCement Quality Control Technician
CertificationsRelevant certifications in instrumentation and calibrationCertifications in quality control and testing methods
Work EnvironmentIndustrial plants, construction sites, laboratoriesLaboratories, manufacturing plants, construction sites
Job FocusMonitoring and maintaining instrumentation systemsTesting and ensuring cement quality standards
Industry UsageUsed across cement plants for process automationUsed for quality assurance and compliance

While both roles operate within the cement industry, Cement Instrumentation focuses on maintaining and calibrating measurement systems, whereas Cement Quality Control Technicians concentrate on testing cement products to meet quality standards. Both roles are essential for efficient and compliant cement production but serve different functions within the industry.

What is cement instrumentation?

Cement instrumentation refers to the use of various instruments and control systems in cement plants to monitor, measure, and regulate processes such as raw material handling, kiln operation, grinding, and packaging. These instruments help ensure optimal production efficiency, product quality, and safety. Typical instrumentation includes sensors, transmitters, controllers, analyzers, and automated control systems designed specifically for the harsh conditions found in cement manufacturing environments.
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Infographic showing various Cement Instrumentation job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 93% In-person, and 7% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $59,888 per year, or $28.8 per hour.
Instrumentation Specialist 2

Instrumentation Specialist 2

City of New York

Valhalla, NY • On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


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Job Description
Instrumentation Specialist
The Bureau of Police and Security seek to hire an Instrumentation Specialist II based out of the Valhalla, NY office for work assignments geographically covering 9 upstate counties (Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Orange, Ulster, Sullivan, Delaware, Greene, & Schoharie) and the 5 boroughs of New York City.
Working within the maintenance section of the NYC DEP Bureau of Police & Security under the Security Engineering Unit, the Instrumentation Specialist will provide immediate response to emergency conditions to various types of security equipment used by Police personnel to protect the City's water infrastructure. The selected candidate will be required to have a sufficient knowledge base to troubleshoot and perform the required repair and maintenance tasks for hydraulic, mechanical and electrical power systems. These tasks are including but not limited to the following: electrical wiring, low-voltage electrical power, power supplies, access control and intrusion detection components, surveillance components and closed circuit television system data storage devices, various optical and metallic data transmission components, automated controls, programmable logic controls (PLCs), actuators, motors, hydraulic pumps, brakes, power supplies, and valves . In addition, assists higher level technicians in more complex repairs and maintenance tasks. Candidate must be able to use computer and TCP/IP to configure components as required.
Some of the physical activities performed by Instrumentation Specialists and environmental conditions experienced are: the ability to walk for long periods, lift heavy objects, climb ladders and steep grades, enter small or confined spaces, lifting objects up to waist height; fingering, grasping, squeezing and/or turning objects such as tools and equipment; pushing and pulling objects such as tools and levers using one or two hands; reaching at a distance up to arm's length; Instrumentation Specialists may be required to: wear protective equipment such as gloves, boots, goggles, earplugs, noise attenuators, face shields, and/or respirators; work in temperatures ranging from 0 degree Fahrenheit and 105 degree Fahrenheit in wetness and varying atmospheric conditions such as high and low humidity; work in the presence of toxic and/or corrosive chemicals and moving parts of machinery and equipment; and work in restricted spaces for up to 1 hour at a time and on surfaces made of metal gratings, macadam and/or cement.
INSTRUMENTATION SPECIALIST - 91001
Qualifications
(1) An associate degree in electrical construction and instrumentation, electrical engineering technology, mechanical engineering technology, electromechanical engineering technology, or electronic engineering technology from a college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), AND one year of full-time satisfactory experience within the last ten years in the installation, maintenance and repair of electronic instrumentation and control systems, including microprocessors, and electrical and pneumatic instrumentation and control systems; or
(2) Graduation from a trade, technical or vocational school approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization with a major course of study in electrical, electronic, electromechanical or mechanical technology AND three years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above; or
(3) A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization AND four years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above.
College education leading to a degree in one of the areas of study described in "1" above may be substituted only in "2" or "3" above for a maximum of three years of experience at the rate of 30 semester credits for one year of full-time satisfactory experience.
Driver License Requirement: By the time you are appointed to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension(s) or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
1. To be assigned to Assignment Level II candidates must, in addition to meeting the minimum qualification requirements noted above, possess an additional one year of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above, for a total of five years of experience.
2. To be assigned to Assignment Level III candidates must, in addition to meeting the minimum qualification requirements noted above, possess an additional two years of full time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above, for a total of six years of experience.
License Requirement:
2. At the time of appointment or assignment to Assignment Level III, employees may be required to possess a Federal Communications Commission license for
radio repairs.
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The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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