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Electrical Instrumentation Controls Technician Jobs in Virginia

Amentum

Controls Technician - Electrical

Mclean, VA · On-site

As an Controls Technician - Electrical, you will install, maintain, test, startup, and adjust a wide variety of electrical, electronic, electropneumatic, and electro-mechanical instrumentation and ...

Pae

Controls Technician - Electrical

Mclean, VA · On-site

As an Controls Technician - Electrical, you will install, maintain, test, startup, and adjust a wide variety of electrical, electronic, electropneumatic, and electro-mechanical instrumentation and ...

Actalent

Controls Technician

Winchester, VA

$93K - $100K/yr

Controls Technician | Onsite in Winchester, VA | Pay: 93k - 100k/yr As a Controls Technician, you ... Perform additional instrumentation and electrical duties as assigned. Essential Skills * Minimum 4 ...

Actalent

Controls Technician

Winchester, VA

$93K - $100K/yr

Controls Technician | Onsite in Winchester, VA | Pay: 93k - 100k/yr As a Controls Technician, you ... Perform additional instrumentation and electrical duties as assigned. Essential Skills * Minimum 4 ...

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

AspectElectrical Instrumentation Controls TechnicianElectrical Maintenance Technician
CertificationsTypically requires certifications in instrumentation, control systems, and electrical troubleshootingOften holds electrical trade certifications or licenses, focusing on electrical systems maintenance
Work EnvironmentWorks mainly in industrial plants, manufacturing facilities, and process industries with 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 repairs, wiring, and general electrical maintenance

Electrical Instrumentation Controls Technicians and Electrical Maintenance Technicians share some electrical skills but differ mainly in their focus. The instrumentation technician specializes in control systems and instrumentation, while the maintenance technician handles broader electrical repairs. Both roles are essential in industrial settings, but their certifications, work environments, and job responsibilities vary.

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Instrumentation/Controls Technician

Standard Calibrations Inc

Chesapeake, VA • On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Description:

The Instrumentation/Controls Technician tests, calibrates, and repairs electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, and electronic measuring, recording, and indicating instruments and equipment for conformance to established standards, and assists in formulating calibration standards by performing the following duties.


Role and Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and repair complex control system malfunctions requiring extensive knowledge of a variety of electronic or digital controls systems.
  • Troubleshoot and repair controls hardware including controllers, relays, measurement devices, actuators, etc.
  • Assists staff in design and development of products, systems, processes, and/or equipment b analyzing technical problems and working closely with customer specifications. Involves third party vendors and suppliers in the quoting process as required.
  • Assists Application Engineer in the electrical engineering; primarily supporting the design and development stages.
  • Communicate with personnel on a daily basis to review production and quality metrics and discuss any issues or concerns from the previous day.
  • Calibrate Inspection, Measurement, and Test Equipment (IM & TE) in order to ensure compliance with published specifications in one of the following disciplines: electrical, dimensional, optical, physical/mechanical and chemical.
  • Collect, compile, measure, summarize, and record data gathered during calibration.
  • Identify IM & TE out-of-tolerance conditions and perform corrective action via adjustments, component replacement, correction factors, etc.
  • Identify and correct measurement errors, as applicable.
  • Prepare calibration reports and certificates.
  • Assist with onsite electrical work (troubleshoot, repair, install) as needed.
  • Prepare and submit required condition reports, including conditions found, electrical/dimensional measurements with comparisons to tolerances, results of tests, sketches, recommended repairs, recommended process improvements, and any other pertinent data.
Requirements:

Educational / Training requirements

  • BS degree in Engineering/Technical studies, military technical school, or equivalent work experience or 5+ years of controls experience in programming development, start up, and commissioning of complex systems - central plants, air handling units, and evaporative cooling/humidification systems.
  • Knowledgeable in basic electronics and computers.
  • Strong math skills.
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
  • Must meet background check requirements for various base and/or shipyard access.

Safety

It is SCI’s policy to require safe operations and practices from all employees and to ensure our management team focuses on maintaining a safe working environment even while working in hazardous work environments.

  • Approved Class B hard hat in required areas and locations
  • Non-conductive PPE in required areas and locations
  • Electrical hazard, safety-toe shoes
  • Insulated and protector gloves (job task specific)
  • Eye protection
  • Hearing protection protective clothing (job task specific)

Environment

  • Exposure to hazardous noise areas
  • Varying degrees of cleanliness
  • Exposure to hot and cold climates
  • Able to work in confined spaces.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.


Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes weighing up to 50lbs up to 8-10 hours per day.
  • Ability to work on and climb ladders and stairs frequently
  • Bending/squatting/kneeling/stooping/crouching/crawling/twisting up and walking up to 8-10 hours per day
  • Standing- must be able to stand or sit in one place up to 8-10 hours per day.

AAP/EEO Requirements

Standard Calibrations, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


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