Electrical And Instrumentation Technician - Now Hiring

Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

1st Shift | Industry-Leading Benefits | Advanced Controls & Automation | All Tools Provided

Are you an Electrical Technician, Instrumentation Technician, Controls Technician, or Industrial Electrician looking for a role where you can truly use your technical skills?

We're seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to support a highly automated industrial manufacturing operation. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced controls, instrumentation, PLCs, VFDs, automation systems, utilities, and process equipment in a stable environment that values safety, reliability, and technical excellence.

If you enjoy troubleshooting complex systems, working with both electrical and instrumentation equipment, and being the go-to expert when problems arise, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career.

Why You'll Want This Job

1st Shift Schedule (Monday-Friday)

All Tools Provided

Dedicated Workbench and Tool Set

Strong Benefits Package

Stable Manufacturing Environment

Exposure to PLCs, DCS, VFDs, Automation & Process Controls

Opportunity to Work on Both Legacy and Modern Technologies

Collaborative Team Environment

On-Call Rotation Shared Across the Maintenance Team

Long-Term Career Growth & Technical Development

What You'll Be Doing

This is a highly technical position that combines instrumentation, controls, and industrial electrical maintenance.

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial control systems, instrumentation, and electrical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and reliability improvements on production and utility systems.
• Maintain, calibrate, and repair instrumentation including transmitters, sensors, flow meters, pressure devices, and control valves.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC and DCS control systems.
• Diagnose issues involving VFDs, industrial controls, motors, and automation technologies.
• Install conduit, wiring, panels, and electrical components.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Support automated production equipment, utility systems, robotics, and process equipment.
• Assist with equipment upgrades, plant improvement projects, and system modifications.
• Partner with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to improve equipment reliability and plant performance.
• Provide technical guidance and support to other team members when needed.

What We're Looking For

• Experience troubleshooting industrial electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Hands-on PLC troubleshooting experience.
• Experience working with industrial controls, automation, and process equipment.
• Knowledge of instrumentation calibration and repair.
• Experience with VFDs, motors, control panels, and industrial wiring.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
• Background in chemical, process, utility, industrial manufacturing, power generation, food processing, or similar environments.
• Knowledge of pneumatic instrumentation and control systems.
• Experience supporting utility equipment, boilers, water systems, or automated production equipment.
• Previous experience coaching or training other technicians.

Why Technicians Stay Here

You'll join a company that invests heavily in its maintenance team and understands the value of skilled technical professionals. Employees are provided with the tools, parts, and resources needed to do their jobs effectively.

Unlike many facilities where technicians spend their day performing repetitive repairs, this role offers exposure to a wide variety of automation, controls, instrumentation, and process systems. You'll be challenged, supported, and given opportunities to continue developing your technical expertise.

Schedule

1st Shift

• Monday-Friday
• 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Additional

• Shared weekend on-call rotation
• Stable schedule with strong work-life balance

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago Heights, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $47.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago Heights,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.