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Journeyman Instrumentation

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$38 - $40/hr

Senior Instrument JM complete on-the-job training documents for junior technicians. * Provides on-call support as required. * Other duties as required. Required Skills/Qualifications: * Red Seal ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior instrument technician in the United States is $27.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $33.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Senior Instrument Technicians are highly skilled professionals responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing complex instrumentation and control systems used in industrial settings such as manufacturing plants, refineries, and power stations. They ensure that instruments used to monitor and control processes are functioning correctly, calibrating equipment to precise specifications. In addition to technical duties, they often lead teams, mentor junior technicians, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior instrument technician?

To thrive as a Senior Instrument Technician, you need deep knowledge of instrumentation, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance, typically backed by a relevant technical diploma or degree and significant hands-on experience. Familiarity with PLCs, DCS, HART communicators, and certification such as ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication set outstanding technicians apart. These skills ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of industrial instruments and control systems critical to plant performance.

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Senior Instrument Technicians often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting complex instrumentation systems under tight deadlines and ensuring compliance with strict safety and regulatory standards. The role requires staying updated with rapidly evolving technologies and adapting to new control systems or protocols. Collaborating closely with engineers, operations, and maintenance teams is essential to minimize downtime and maintain process efficiency. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are critical in addressing unexpected equipment failures and implementing long-term solutions.
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Infographic showing various Senior Instrument Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,133 per year, or $27.9 per hour.

Senior Medical Device Technician

Wisconsin

Kenosha, WI

$23/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.Position Title:Senior Medical Device TechnicianJob Category:University StaffEmployment Type:RegularJob Profile:Instrument TechnicianJob Duties:

Position facilitates day-to-day operation of a medical device testing laboratory
(BP monitors, TENS units, and nebulizers) responding to consumer complaints. There is no direct interaction with customers. Duties include transporting packages from receiving, entering packages into a database, occasional device testing, shipping, and fulfillment reporting. Position may include limited verification work.

Key Job Responsibilities:
  • Facilitates the instrument repair process as items are returned damaged and makes minor adjustments to instruments or replaces instruments
  • Performs sterilization activities and monitors sterilization processes
  • Ensures surgical packs are assembled according to established processes and procedures
  • Decontaminates, wraps, and operates equipment to sterilize surgical packs, surgical supplies, and other related items for a hospital; and checks for damaged or missing items
  • May perform sales and requisition transactions
  • Assists with inventory ordering, receiving, stocking, and storing of supplies according to established protocols
Department:

Parkside Works

Compensation:

$23.00/hour

Required Qualifications:

  • Content Knowledge/Experience: Ability to use software to control and generate reports from scientific instrumentation.

  • Attention to Detail: Ability to follow test protocols and document results with quantitative accuracy.

  • Communication Skills: Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and communicate technical information clearly.

  • Physical: Must be able lift 20 pounds; must have manual dexterity for device testing.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ideal candidates will have an AA/AS degree or better or equivalent
work experience.

Education:

AA/AS degree or better or equivalent work experience

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter with your application materials. Candidates who apply prior to May 1st will be given first priority.

Legal Notices and Important Information

Employment will require a criminal background check in accordance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.(see TC1 - App. 4 and p. 12)

Note: Criminal Background Check - The Department of Workforce Development, Equal Rights Division prohibits employers from using criminal background check information, policies or practices that have a "disparate impact" and is not "job-related and consistent with business necessity" in hiring decisions. All information used to screen or hire job applications should relate to the duties of the job.

Reasonable Accommodations

It is the policy of UW-Parkside to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 262-595-2204. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to provide reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual with a disability.

Parkside Crime Statistics Report

In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of WisconsinParkside Crime Statistics Report is available here. Call the UW-Parkside Campus Police Office at (262) 595-2455 for a paper copy of the annual report.

Transcript Requirement

Please note: Transcriptions will be required upon hire.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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