Job Description

POSITION

Instrumentation Technician

Instrumentation technicians play a crucial role in ensuring the proper functioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems. Their responsibilities typically include:

Installation: Instrumentation technicians are responsible for installing new instruments, sensors, transmitters, control valves, and other equipment according to engineering specifications and design requirements. This involves mounting, wiring, and connecting instruments to control systems and power sources.

Weighing Scales: Technicians should be capable of installation and calibration of weighbridges, weighing scales, Hopper scales, Floor scales, load cells, indicators, junction boxes, and other accessories related to the weighing system.

Calibration: They calibrate instruments to ensure accurate measurement and control of parameters. Calibration involves adjusting instrument settings and parameters to match known reference standards.

Maintenance: Instrumentation technicians perform routine maintenance tasks to ensure the reliability and longevity of instrumentation and control systems. This includes cleaning, lubricating, and replacing components as needed to prevent malfunctions and breakdowns.

Troubleshooting: When instrumentation or control systems malfunction, technicians diagnose the problem using various tools and techniques such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and diagnostic software. They identify faulty components, wiring issues, or software errors and take corrective actions to restore normal operation.

Repair: Instrumentation technicians repair or replace faulty components, wiring, or software to fix malfunctioning instruments or control systems. This may involve soldering, rewiring, replacing electronic components, or reprogramming controllers.

Upgrades and modifications: They may be involved in upgrading existing instrumentation and control systems to improve performance, efficiency, or safety. This could include replacing outdated instruments with newer models, adding new sensors or control features, or integrating advanced technologies such as wireless communication or predictive maintenance.

Documentation: Instrumentation technicians maintain accurate records of instrument installations, calibrations, maintenance activities, and repairs. They update equipment manuals, schematics, and documentation to ensure that information is readily available for future reference.

Safety: Instrumentation technicians adhere to safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents, injuries, and environmental hazards. They may also participate in safety training and inspections to maintain a safe working environment.

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