Instrumentation Technician
Instrumentation technicians install, calibrate, and repair measuring and control instruments used in manufacturing and processing plants to monitor variables like pressure, temperature, and flow.
What does a Instrumentation Technician actually do?
Instrumentation technicians install, calibrate, and repair measuring and control instruments used in manufacturing and processing plants to monitor variables like pressure, temperature, and flow.
Career category: Electrical
How much does a Instrumentation Technician make?
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Median wage represents the midpoint of national occupational data where half of workers earned more and half earned less.
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How to Train & Qualify as a Instrumentation Technician
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Typical pathway: 2 years for Associate of Applied Science degree, or 3 to 4 years for industrial plant apprenticeship.
Community college tuition applies for degree paths; industrial manufacturing apprenticeships offer paid wages.
Common Career Entry Route
Most technicians complete a 2-year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Instrumentation & Control Technology or Industrial Electronics before entering chemical, pharmaceutical, or advanced manufacturing plants.
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Search All Trades OpportunitiesWhat is this career really like?
Key physical requirements, work conditions, and environment characteristics for this career.
Active on-site work involving physical coordination, standing, and equipment handling.
Work follows established safety practices and protective equipment standards.
Job outlook & future demand
Projected employment growth published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
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