Summary:
The main function of an instrument technician is to repair, test, adjust, or install electronic equipment, such as industrial controls, transmitters, and antennas.
Job Responsibilities:
* Supervise scheduled preventive maintenance tasks, such as checking, cleaning, and repairing equipment, to detect and prevent problems.
* Review work orders and converse with equipment operators to detect equipment problems and to ascertain whether mechanical or human errors contributed to the problems.
* Supervise testing of faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
* Supervise and assign inspection of components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation and for defects such as loose connections and frayed wires.
* Advise management regarding customer satisfaction, product performance, and suggestions for product improvements.
Skills:
* Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving ability.
* Team player and detail oriented.
* Expert leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
* Expert knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware.
* Expert knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Education/Experience:
* Associate's degree or equivalent experience/training required.
* 10+ years experience required.