Entry Level Instrumentation Technician Jobs
New grad instrumentation technician jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or hands-on lab portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Energy, Mining & Natural Resources, and Manufacturing, with employers like Nevada Gold Mines, ONEOK, and Reworld hiring at this level now.
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#WeAreONEOK – Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.
JOB SUMMARY
Looking for more than just a job? At ONEOK, you’ll find work that matters, long-term stability, competitive rewards, and a safety-first team that has your back. We work hard, build strong relationships, and do the job right guided by innovation, inclusion and diversity, ethics, and excellence.Your ideas have a place here—step into a role where your work directly drives solutions in a fast-evolving energy industry. At ONEOK, you’ll contribute to delivering energy products and services that power progress while gaining hands-on Instrumentation & Electrical Technician experience.
The Instrumentation & Electric Technician role is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and calibrating programmable logic control systems (PLC) and distributed control systems (DCS). We’re looking for candidates based in or willing to relocate to Midland, Stanton, or Big Spring, TX areas. Preferred experience working on equipment such as; electrical systems, SCADA equipment, PLC such as Allen Bradley, and DCS. In return, ONEOK offers a highly competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive health benefits, a 6% 401(k) match plus 4 quarterly company contributions through the company’s profit sharing, $100,000 in life insurance, annual bonuses for all employees, and a minimum of three weeks of paid time off that recognizes your industry experience. Join a Fortune 500 company where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your impact matters.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
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Install, operate, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate/adjust, and maintain the following equipment including, but not limited to:
- Calorimeters
- Gravitometers/Densitometers
- Chromatographs
- Telemetering systems
- Moisture analyzers
- ESD systems
- Electronic odorization systems
- Flow computers
- PH and conductivity probes
- Instrumentation
- Meter tubes and orifice plates
- Satellite equipment
- Analytical equipment
- Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system and remote terminal units and equipment
- Distributed Control System (DCS)
- Programmable Logic Control (PLC) systems
- Perform preventative maintenance and/or analytical testing on compressors/engines, drivers, and auxiliary equipment
- Maintain electrical power circuits, switch gear, and power distribution including high voltage
- Perform and /or observe measurement equipment witness tests
- Install and maintain security/intrusion systems
- Drive and ensure maintenance is complete on company vehicles
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Maintain, calculate and prepare reports and records including, but not limited to:
- Maintenance and repair records
- Safety and environmental reports
- Mechanical drawings
- Electrical schematics and diagrams
- Pressure readings
- Material and supply orders
- Loop sheets
- Meter tube/orifice plate ratios
- Orifice and positive meter flow rates and capacities
- Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline. Job duties also require the employee to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage.
Education
- None Required.
Work Experience
-
Experience in use and function of tools and equipment applicable to position including, but not limited to:
- Manual/power tools
- Electronic testing devices
- Control devices
- Experience and training related to:
- Gas processing fundamentals
- Computers and related software
- Governmental rules, regulations, and (electric) codes
- Company policies and procedures including safe handling practices for flammable gases, liquids, and high pressure systems
- Reliability Based Programs
- Experience reading and interpreting repair orders, mechanical drawings, procedures, charts, diagrams, dials, gauges, and equipment manuals Experience preparing, processing, or verifying maintenance and repair records, safety and environmental reports, electrical schematics and diagrams, pressure readings, and material and supply orders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of: the use and function of reciprocating or gas turbine engines, compressors, and electronic and processing equipment applicable to position
- Knowledge of: with instrumentation, electronics, tools and control systems
- Ability to: apply addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and algebraic formulas
- Ability to: communicate and/or exchange written and verbal information and instructions
Licenses and Certifications
None requiredStrength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements
- Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements
- Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Frequently)
- Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
- Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Occasionally)
- Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
- Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
- Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
- Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
- Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
- Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
- Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
- Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
- Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
- Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)
- Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
- Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
- Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
- Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
- Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
- Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
- Tasting/Smelling: (Constantly)
- Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
- Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Constantly)
- Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Constantly)
- Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)
Working Conditions/Environment
- Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions
Working Conditions
- Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently)
- Outdoor weather conditions (Frequently)
- Wet or humid conditions (not weather related) (Frequently)
- Extreme cold (not weather related) (Frequently)
- Extreme heat (not weather related) (Frequently)
- Dust, fumes, gases (Frequently)
- Moving mechanical parts (Frequently)
- Potential electric shock (Frequently)
- Prolonged exposure to vibration (Frequently)
- High pitched noises/loud noises (Frequently)
- Unprotected heights (Frequently)
- Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
- CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)
Travel
Driving
Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's licenseONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.
The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.
ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email HRSolutions@ONEOK.com or call 1-855-663-6547.
Expected Salary Range
$79,000.00 - $119,000.00#WeAreONEOK – Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.
JOB SUMMARY
Looking for more than just a job? At ONEOK, you’ll find work that matters, long-term stability, competitive rewards, and a safety-first team that has your back. We work hard, build strong relationships, and do the job right guided by innovation, inclusion and diversity, ethics, and excellence.Your ideas have a place here—step into a role where your work directly drives solutions in a fast-evolving energy industry. At ONEOK, you’ll contribute to delivering energy products and services that power progress while gaining hands-on Instrumentation & Electrical Technician experience.
The Instrumentation & Electric Technician role is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and calibrating programmable logic control systems (PLC) and distributed control systems (DCS). We’re looking for candidates based in or willing to relocate to Midland, Stanton, or Big Spring, TX areas. Preferred experience working on equipment such as; electrical systems, SCADA equipment, PLC such as Allen Bradley, and DCS. In return, ONEOK offers a highly competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive health benefits, a 6% 401(k) match plus 4 quarterly company contributions through the company’s profit sharing, $100,000 in life insurance, annual bonuses for all employees, and a minimum of three weeks of paid time off that recognizes your industry experience. Join a Fortune 500 company where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your impact matters.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
-
Install, operate, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate/adjust, and maintain the following equipment including, but not limited to:
- Calorimeters
- Gravitometers/Densitometers
- Chromatographs
- Telemetering systems
- Moisture analyzers
- ESD systems
- Electronic odorization systems
- Flow computers
- PH and conductivity probes
- Instrumentation
- Meter tubes and orifice plates
- Satellite equipment
- Analytical equipment
- Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system and remote terminal units and equipment
- Distributed Control System (DCS)
- Programmable Logic Control (PLC) systems
- Perform preventative maintenance and/or analytical testing on compressors/engines, drivers, and auxiliary equipment
- Maintain electrical power circuits, switch gear, and power distribution including high voltage
- Perform and /or observe measurement equipment witness tests
- Install and maintain security/intrusion systems
- Drive and ensure maintenance is complete on company vehicles
-
Maintain, calculate and prepare reports and records including, but not limited to:
- Maintenance and repair records
- Safety and environmental reports
- Mechanical drawings
- Electrical schematics and diagrams
- Pressure readings
- Material and supply orders
- Loop sheets
- Meter tube/orifice plate ratios
- Orifice and positive meter flow rates and capacities
- Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline. Job duties also require the employee to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage.
Education
- None Required.
Work Experience
-
Experience in use and function of tools and equipment applicable to position including, but not limited to:
- Manual/power tools
- Electronic testing devices
- Control devices
- Experience and training related to:
- Gas processing fundamentals
- Computers and related software
- Governmental rules, regulations, and (electric) codes
- Company policies and procedures including safe handling practices for flammable gases, liquids, and high pressure systems
- Reliability Based Programs
- Experience reading and interpreting repair orders, mechanical drawings, procedures, charts, diagrams, dials, gauges, and equipment manuals Experience preparing, processing, or verifying maintenance and repair records, safety and environmental reports, electrical schematics and diagrams, pressure readings, and material and supply orders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of: the use and function of reciprocating or gas turbine engines, compressors, and electronic and processing equipment applicable to position
- Knowledge of: with instrumentation, electronics, tools and control systems
- Ability to: apply addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and algebraic formulas
- Ability to: communicate and/or exchange written and verbal information and instructions
Licenses and Certifications
None requiredStrength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements
- Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements
- Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Frequently)
- Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
- Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Occasionally)
- Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
- Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
- Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
- Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
- Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
- Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
- Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
- Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
- Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
- Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)
- Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
- Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
- Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
- Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
- Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
- Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
- Tasting/Smelling: (Constantly)
- Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
- Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Constantly)
- Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Constantly)
- Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)
Working Conditions/Environment
- Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions
Working Conditions
- Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently)
- Outdoor weather conditions (Frequently)
- Wet or humid conditions (not weather related) (Frequently)
- Extreme cold (not weather related) (Frequently)
- Extreme heat (not weather related) (Frequently)
- Dust, fumes, gases (Frequently)
- Moving mechanical parts (Frequently)
- Potential electric shock (Frequently)
- Prolonged exposure to vibration (Frequently)
- High pitched noises/loud noises (Frequently)
- Unprotected heights (Frequently)
- Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
- CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)
Travel
Driving
Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's licenseONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.
The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.
ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email HRSolutions@ONEOK.com or call 1-855-663-6547.
Expected Salary Range
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Entry Level Instrumentation Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level instrumentation technician job?
Start by building hands-on experience through vocational programs, community college instrumentation courses, or internships at industrial facilities. Employers at this level look for familiarity with process control equipment, calibration basics, and safety protocols. A certificate from an ISA or similar technical program, combined with any internship or co-op work, gives entry level candidates a clear edge over applicants with no field exposure.
Which companies hire entry level instrumentation technicians?
Companies hiring entry level instrumentation technicians right now include Nevada Gold Mines, ONEOK, and Reworld, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from manufacturing plants, energy producers, chemical processors, and engineering services contractors that run apprenticeship or structured on-the-job training programs for new technicians.
Are there remote entry level instrumentation technician jobs?
Yes, though most instrumentation technician work is hands-on and site-based. About 6% of entry level instrumentation technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these typically cover documentation, data analysis, or vendor coordination roles rather than field calibration or equipment installation work.
Are these new grad instrumentation technician jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior instrumentation technician roles alongside other entry level openings. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it explicitly welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or co-op work in place of full-time history, or states that a technical degree or certificate is sufficient for consideration without requiring prior industry employment.
Which industries hire the most entry level instrumentation technicians?
Entry Level instrumentation technician roles concentrate in Energy, Mining & Natural Resources, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at this level because they operate continuous processes that require regular instrument calibration, maintenance, and monitoring by trained technicians, creating steady demand for candidates entering the field.