Instrumentation Technician
Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions.
At a Glance
Instrumentation Technician earns an average of $49,884/yr. Typical education: Associate degree. Experience: 5.3 years. Top skills: Operations, Electrical Systems, Troubleshooting (Problem Solving).
$49,884/yr
Associate degree
5.3 years
6
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Median Wage
$77,180/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+0.6%
Education
Associate's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (19)
Electrical Systems
Instrumentation
Blueprinting
Preventive Maintenance
Asepsis
Programmable Logic Controllers
Anatomy
Electrical Equipment
Peer Review
Calibration
Machinery
Physiology
Test Equipment
Hydraulics
Industrial Instrumentation
Endoscopy
Structured Interview
Ammonia
Infection Control
Common Skills (8)
Operations
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Written English
Computer Literacy
Coordinating
Planning
Linens
Certifications (3)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Valid Driver's License
Basic Cardiac Life Support
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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