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  • Control Technician
  • Electrical & Instrumentation Mechanic
  • Electrical & Instrumentation Tech
  • Electrical Maintenance Technician
  • Instrument & Control Technician
  • Scale Technician
  • Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems
    • Run conduit, wire panels, and install circuit breakers, motors, and sensors
    • Set up and maintain control panels and electrical distribution systems
  • Calibrate and maintain instrumentation devices
    • Ensure accuracy of sensors, transmitters, gauges, and control valves
    • Perform routine inspections and adjustments on measurement systems
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose system issues
    • Identify faults in electrical circuits or instrumentation loops
    • Use multimeters, oscilloscopes, and loop calibrators for diagnosis
  • Program and maintain PLCs and automated systems
    • Read and write ladder logic
    • Update and maintain programmable logic controllers and HMIs
  • Perform preventative maintenance
    • Follow routine schedules to reduce equipment downtime
    • Inspect systems to identify wear and potential failure points
  • Interpret technical documents and schematics
    • Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), and technical manuals
  • Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards
    • Follow OSHA and NFPA 70E safety protocols
    • Maintain detailed maintenance logs and safety reports
  • Work collaboratively with engineering and operations teams
    • Assist with system upgrades, installations, and troubleshooting support
    • Provide feedback on system performance and reliability
  • Attention to Detail
    • Precision is essential when working with high-voltage systems and sensitive instruments
  • Problem-Solving Abilities
    • Diagnosing and resolving complex electrical and control issues quickly and effectively
  • Communication Skills
    • Explaining technical issues clearly in both verbal and written formats
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
    • Working alongside engineers, operators, and fellow technicians on integrated systems
  • Time Management
    • Prioritizing tasks and completing maintenance or repair work efficiently under deadlines
  • Adaptability
    • Adjusting to new technologies, systems, and changing workplace environments
  • Electrical Circuit Knowledge
    • Understanding AC/DC circuits, wiring methods, grounding, and overcurrent protection
  • Instrumentation Calibration
    • Accurately calibrating pressure, temperature, flow, and level sensors
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
    • Reading and writing ladder logic, and troubleshooting automated control systems
  • Motor Control Systems
    • Working with variable frequency drivesVFDs), motor starters, and relays
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
    • Using tools like multimeters, loop calibrators, and oscilloscopes to pinpoint issues
  • Process Control Fundamentals
    • Understanding control loops,PIDD controllers, and industrial automation processes
  • Blueprint and Schematic Reading
    • Interpreting electrical diagrams, P&IDs, and technical manuals
  • Safety and Compliance Awareness
    • Applying NFPA 70E, OSHA regulations, and lockout/tagout procedures

Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians Salary Statistics - Wyoming

Occupation

Low Annual Wage

Median Annual Wage

High Annual Wage

E&I Technicians

$68,710

$85,840

$122,510

Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians Salary Statistics - United States

Occupation

Low Annual Wage

Median Annual Wage

High Annual Wage

E&I Technicians

$41,600

$66,680

$100,510

The May 2023 national occupational employment and wage estimates are provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.