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Mueller Industries

Contract Engineer

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

... Contract position for one hands-on individual engineer using ATCO facility and shop resources ... Instrumentation and Calibration: Strong understanding of RTDs, thermocouples, pressure sensors ...

Quanta Services

Contract Admin

Channelview, TX · On-site

... electrical, and instrumentation systems throughout a broad array of industrial applications ... Review contracts and related documents for completeness, established commercial requirements ...

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What is a contract instrumentation?

A Contract Instrumentation job involves the installation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of measurement and control instruments on a contractual basis. Professionals in this role work with sensors, transmitters, control systems, and automation equipment to ensure precise operation in industries like oil and gas, manufacturing, and power generation. These roles are typically project-based, requiring specialized expertise and adherence to industry standards. Contractors may work independently or with engineering firms to support short-term or long-term projects.

What skills and qualifications are needed for contract instrumentation?

To excel in Contract Instrumentation, you need strong knowledge of instrumentation engineering, calibration, and process control systems, often supported by a degree in engineering or a related technical field. Experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, and industry-standard measurement and calibration equipment, as well as relevant safety certifications, are typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These abilities are essential to ensure precise instrumentation setup, troubleshoot issues efficiently, and maintain smooth project workflows in fast-paced industrial settings.

What types of projects and work environments do contract instrumentation professionals typically encounter?

Contract Instrumentation professionals often work on a diverse range of projects, including instrumentation installation, commissioning, and maintenance for industrial plants, manufacturing facilities, or energy sites. Depending on the contract, assignments may involve short-term fieldwork, site-based troubleshooting, or ongoing support for automation upgrades. Work environments can vary from laboratories and clean rooms to oil and gas fields or chemical plants, often requiring adherence to strict safety standards. Collaboration with engineers, electricians, and project managers is common, providing valuable opportunities to expand skills and grow professional networks. This variety allows individuals to gain broad technical experience and can open pathways to permanent roles or advancement in specialized areas.

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Electrical and Instrumentation Technician III

New Braunfels, TX • On-site

CRH
Construction Materials Wholesalers • 10K+ employees
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$37/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Electrical and Instrumentation Technician III
Americas Cement
New Braunfels, Texas, United States
Job ID: 526165
Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.
To learn more about us go to www.ashgrove.com
Position: Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
Reports to: Electrical Superintendent
Shift: Day Shift, Monday-Friday with on-call rotation every 5 weeks
Pay: $37/hour+
At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Disability Pay
  • Life Insurance
  • Growth Opportunities and more!

What you'll be contributing:
Under the supervision of the Electrical Superintendent, the primary function of the Electrical/Instrument Technician is to maintain, calibrate, perform trouble analysis, consult, research, and develop process control instrumentation for the purpose of obtaining optimum production efficiency.
  • Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
  • Installs, maintains and calibrates process control and instrumentation equipment including, but not limited to, flow meters, thermocouples, RTDs, transmitters, weigh feeders, starters, DC drives, AC drives, VFDs, and emissions analyzers.
  • Calibrates and maintains all emissions analyzers in accordance with service manuals and regulatory permit requirements
  • Maintains instrument logbook on all maintenance activity
  • Ensures process control data is being recorded, backed-up and archived
  • Performs maintenance on existing instrument equipment
  • Performs new instrumentation construction installation
  • Operates mobile equipment
  • Pull wires and to repair or replace lights and fixtures.
  • Perform ground testing and megger testing.
  • Repair and service HVAC equipment, laboratory equipment, cameras and kiln scanners, and motors.
  • Inspect, PM and maintain generators, Pfister and other feeders, MCCs and Transformers, PLCs, hydraulic systems,, pressure vessels,
  • Inspect, PM and maintain other cement plant equipment such as dust collectors, conveyors, kilns, clinker coolers, coal mills, ball mills, vertical mills, vibrators, flow meters, bin level systems, temperature probes, level gauges, fans, blowers, pressure vessels, pumps, valves and gates, air separators, silos, reclaimer, load-out equipment, etc
  • Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

To succeed in this position, you will need:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc. Willingness to learn, training will be provided
  • Must have two years of college, technical school, or service training pertaining to instrumentation and electronic technology or four years of related field experience as an instrumentation technician
  • Must be knowledgeable in areas of electronics, computers, basic operating systems software (Microsoft Server, Windows XP & Windows 7, and MS office), process analyzers and electrical controls
  • Must be knowledgeable in areas of electronics, pneumatics, hydraulics, chemistry, physics, and fluid dynamics
  • Work requires the ability to read and understand operating manuals, blueprints and schematics
  • Must possess good English communication skills - written and interpersonal
  • Ability and initiative to make sound decisions
  • Excellent work and safety record
  • Must be able to use proper Personal Protective Equipment as required
  • Ability to be on call 24/7 as needed

What to expect in a cement environment:
Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height. Lifting up to 75 pounds. Exposure to all weather conditions. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.
What's next for you?
We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow all job instructions of his/her supervisor and to perform other work assignments related to plant operations that are not inconsistent with the current labor contract, past practices, or safety policies.
What CRH Offers You
  • Highly competitive base pay
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
  • Group retirement savings program
  • Health and wellness programs
  • An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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CRH has a long and proud heritage as one of North America's largest corporations. We are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Industry

Construction materials wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

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