Instrumentation & Electrical Controls Field Technician | Dayton, Ohio
Direct hire | Onsite
Kelly Engineering client seeks an Instrumentation & Electrical Controls Field Technician to work for their clients Dayton, OH office. Client is an industry leader in providing water and wastewater solutions to industrial customers.
Role Overview
This position supports field operations teams by installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining mobile industrial control systems across the U.S. Expertise in electrical systems, automation technologies, and problem-solving is essential.
Key Responsibilities
Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair instruments, valves, and starters to ensure safety and operational efficiency.
Perform preventive and corrective services on instrumentation, controls, and electrical equipment (e.g., transmitters, controllers, motor starters, actuators, valves).
Repair and reassemble equipment like valves, motors, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
Measure, cut, and install conduit, wiring, and tubing as needed.
Install, configure, and commission new instruments and controllers per industry standards.
Follow lockout/tagout procedures to ensure safety during maintenance.
Troubleshoot PLCs, microprocessors, and control systems to restore functionality.
Read and interpret P&IDs and engineering drawings.
Maintain documentation, site visit reports, and calibration records.
Education/Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
2-3 years of industrial experience working on instrumentation and electrical equipment, and equipment calibration according to defined standards.
Applicable military training will be considered equivalent to industrial experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude and skills.
Must have basic skills from several of the major standard industrial I & E skills including electrical AC/DC voltage, PLC, pneumatic control valves and systems, basic electronics, motor control systems, and process control systems.
Proficient communication and computer skills.
Proven ability and initiative to complete job assignments in a timely manner working independently.
Demonstrated ability to follow safe work practices, NEC guidelines, and standard operating procedures.
Must pass pre-employment drug and background screenings.
Travel
30 - 50%
Client benefits
Health, dental, and vision
401k
Health savings account
Flexible spending account
PTO
All applicants applying for this job opening must be legally authorized to work in the United States and are required to have US residency at the time of application. Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity. OPT or H1B Visa is not being accepted at this time.