Instrument Technician II (Electrical)

Nathan Trotter & Co • Martinsville, VA

4d • $32 - $44 • Onsite

About The Position

Nathan Trotter & Co. is launching an exciting new manufacturing operation in Martinsville, Virginia, and we're looking for experienced Instrument Technicians II (Electrical) to join our Maintenance team. In this role, you'll help maintain the electrical, instrumentation, and automated control systems that keep our manufacturing operation running safely, efficiently, and reliably. If you enjoy troubleshooting complex equipment, solving technical challenges, and working in a collaborative industrial environment, you'll find opportunities to make an immediate impact while building a rewarding career.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Instrumentation, Industrial Electronics, Electrical Technology, Industrial Automation, or a related technical field preferred; completion of a technical, trade, or apprenticeship program or an equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial electrical, instrumentation, or automated control systems.
• Experience in manufacturing, metals processing, mining, chemical processing, or another industrial production environment preferred.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting PLCs, industrial instrumentation, electrical controls, and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Experience working with 480-volt industrial electrical systems and associated power distribution equipment.
• Proficiency reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and technical manuals.
• Experience using electrical testing, calibration, and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex equipment issues independently.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical codes, safety regulations, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Ability to safely perform work in an industrial manufacturing environment, including climbing ladders, working at heights, entering confined spaces, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working overtime or emergency assignments when needed.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and optimize industrial electrical, instrumentation, and automated control systems.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, PLC, instrumentation, and control system issues.
• Install, calibrate, maintain, and test process instrumentation, including pressure, flow, level, temperature, and analytical devices.
• Maintain and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, MCCs, sensors, transmitters, control valves, and related automation equipment.
• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial electrical systems, including 480-volt power distribution equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and technical documentation.
• Support equipment installations, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and follow all safety, environmental, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Paid Time Off (4 Weeks Year 1-10, 5 Weeks 10+ years)
• Paid Holidays (New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) Plan w/ 5% annual employer contribution
• Wellness Programs and Employee Resources
• Professional Development and Career Growth Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree