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How much do electrical instrumentation control technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for electrical instrumentation control technician in the United States is $37.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.01 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Electrical Instrumentation Control Technician vs Electrical Maintenance Technician?

AspectElectrical Instrumentation Control TechnicianElectrical Maintenance Technician
CertificationsTypically requires certifications in instrumentation, control systems, and electrical troubleshootingOften holds general electrical certifications, such as journeyman or master electrician
Work EnvironmentWorks mainly in industrial plants, manufacturing facilities, and process industries focusing on control systemsWorks in various settings including commercial, industrial, and residential electrical systems
Job FocusSpecializes in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting control systems and instrumentationFocuses on electrical system maintenance, repairs, and installations

In summary, Electrical Instrumentation Control Technicians primarily work with control systems and instrumentation in industrial environments, requiring specialized certifications. Electrical Maintenance Technicians have a broader focus on general electrical systems across various settings. The roles often overlap but differ in technical specialization and work scope.

What does an electrical instrumentation control technician do?

An electrical instrumentation control technician installs, maintains, and repairs electrical and control systems used in industrial processes. They work with sensors, controllers, and automation equipment, often using tools like multimeters and PLCs, and typically require technical certifications. Their role ensures the safe and efficient operation of equipment in manufacturing, power plants, or other industrial settings.

Where do electrical instrumentation control technicians make the most money?

Electrical instrumentation control technicians tend to earn higher salaries in regions with a strong industrial or manufacturing presence, such as areas with large oil and gas, power generation, or chemical plants. Factors like experience, certifications, and working in remote or high-demand environments can also influence earning potential.

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Infographic showing various Electrical Instrumentation Control Technician job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,973 per year, or $37.5 per hour.

Electrical Instrumentation Control Technician - Electrical

Detroit, MI

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago


Job description

We are continually updating our facilities to optimize water and wastewater treatment for the benefit of our member partners and the environment. To improve and optimize system efficiency, we invest significant time into maintaining and improving our facilities. This includes, but is not limited to, performing regular condition assessments and installing greener technology to become a Utility of the Future. We are looking for Electrical Instrumentation Control Technicians -Electricians (EICT-E) for our Water Resource Recovery Facility to provide the level of service necessary to maintain the site.
Your responsibility will be making sure that electrical systems are run in safe conditions, while working at the highest quality standards.

  • You will install, fix, replace, repair, test, craft, and disassemble electrical and instrumentation equipment and devices and you will assist with calibration and adjustment of equipment and devices;
  • Our EICT-E's install and troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation equipment and devices for plant projects, while assisting t in conduit fabrication and installation of wire and cable;
  • You will maintain various records and prepare reports, as well as read and interpret plans, schematics, process control flow diagrams, and system/network drawings;
  • Our EICT-E's work in shifts h may include all day, afternoon, night, weekend and holiday assignments, always wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • The job offers a wide variety of assignments from creating, planning, scheduling and completing work orders to ordering parts and making repairs to equipment, to providing your team with detailed drawings and wiring diagrams;
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Electrical safety procedures
  • Arc Flash training for power switching
  • Assets, criticality and failure modes
  • Procurement/purchasing, receiving, warehouse/inventory, and service contracting procedures and applications/systems
  • Work on 13.2 (kV) to 120V and control circuitry
  • Operate hand and electrical tools
  • Identify issues and find solutions
  • Use basic technology
  • Diagnose, repair and perform preventive maintenance of water equipment
  • Make arithmetic computations, read and interpret schematics
  • Effectively utilize appropriate security and safety equipment and procedures
  • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
  • Establish and maintain effective working partnerships
  • Communicate frequently with team members and other units across the organization about process, equipment or potential problems
Required Education & Experience (position requirements at entry)
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Completion of an approved instrumentation or electrical apprenticeship program
  • International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Control Systems Technician Certification Level 1 preferred
  • Familiarity with equipment, operations, practices and safety precautions critical to the water treatment process
  • City of Detroit or State of Michigan Electrical Journeyman License
  • Four (4) years of experience at Electrical Instrumentation Control Technician Level 1 or two (2) years of experience in the field or related area
Other Requirements:
  • A valid Michigan Driver's License and the ability to drive a motor vehicle on all terrain.
  • Ability to work irregular hours, to commute to GLWA facilities and work
  • You will also be required to pass a bio-mechanical physical and vision test, yearly baseline physical and fit test for respirator/Self Contained Breathing Apparatus;
Physical Requirements:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This position requires the ability to climb, bend, twist, carry, crouch, crawl, hit, push, pull and other efforts requiring considerable physical strength. This position also requires the ability to lift a minimum of sixty (60) pounds, walk, stand, or work for long periods of time, demonstrate normal color perception, hear audible alarms, detect abnormal equipment sounds, visually inspect equipment and processes at any time of the day or night. Our team members are trained and prepared to wear respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment; perform scaffold, confined space, elevated and underground work. While performing the duties of this position, employees are regularly required to use hands to handle, feel or operate equipment.