What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrument Technician- MSA Specialist position at Eastern Controls?
Who We Are: Eastern Controls is a family-owned manufacturer’s representative located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, PA that provides the best-in-class process control solutions, service and training. With locations in Ashland, VA; Carnegie, PA, and our home base in Edgemont, PA, we collaborate with customers in the Life Sciences, Power, Water & Wastewater, Chemical, Refinery, Food & Beverage, and other process-centered industries across an expanding map of geographies. We’re expanding rapidly, technically challenging, and pride ourselves on providing an unrivalled customer experience. If you enjoy a fun, fast-paced company that directly impacts life-sustaining industries and the industrial infrastructure of the United States, apply today.
Who We’re Seeking: You want to be where the action is! You enjoy working with your hands (sometimes getting them dirty) and thrive in an ever-changing environment. People would describe you as curious, resourceful, dependable and don’t shy away from a technical challenge. You enjoy working in a variety of industrial environments (pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, gas/oil/petrochemical, water/wastewater treatment, power, pulp & paper and more) and with a diverse range of people- engineers, technicians, and production personnel. This crucial role ensures the reliability, accuracy, and safety of industrial processes by maintaining and servicing gas detection instruments based on the manufacturer’s specifications.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in technical field preferred.
Experience: You have 1-5 years’ experience in a hands-on technical application. Experience as an electromechanical field tech doing calibration and repairs preferred. Gas detection instrumentation experience is a big plus. You should be able to demonstrate basic electrical and mechanical knowledge, use of hand tools and electronic testing equipment, and a strong attention to safety and detail. Applicants with any knowledge of electrical and hydraulic actuators and familiarity with pneumatics is a strong plus.
Certifications:
- Must be able to obtain certifications in all required ECI and Principal programs.
- Ability to obtain and maintain TWIC and PSM credentials.
- Forklift, Scissors, lift, and confined spaces certification may also be required.
- Valid Driver’s License and safe driving record.
Cultural Fit: Family founded and owned since 1969, Eastern Controls is rooted in strong relationships, technical expertise, and a positive mindset. We work hard, have fun, and treat one another with respect and kindness. Our growth goals aim to serve the myriad of life-sustaining applications we touch, the dedicated customers and manufacturers we partner with, and the employees we call family.
Area of Coverage: Maryland
Location: Ideal candidate will reside in Maryland.
Travel / Office: Candidate would work out of home office with travel to varied customer sites for service appointments (calibration, troubleshooting, repair, etc.) according to manufacturer’s specifications. Approximately 15% is overnight, primarily in the spring and fall coinciding with plant outages.
Position Start Date: Immediately.
Job Category: Service
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Remote (HQ, designated service territory)
