Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical (IC&E) Apprentice

IC&E Apprentice

We are seeking an Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical (IC&E) Apprentice to join our growing team. This is a developmental, hands-on position designed for someone interested in building the technical knowledge and field experience needed to become a qualified IC&E Technician. Working alongside experienced IC&E professionals, the apprentice will gain exposure to electrical systems, instrumentation, controls, calibration, installation, troubleshooting, commissioning, and startup activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation, maintenance, testing, calibration, and troubleshooting of instrumentation, controls, and electrical equipment.
• Assist with installing and terminating conduit, cable, wiring, control panels, instruments, and electrical equipment.
• Learn to read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, loop drawings, P&IDs, datasheets, and other technical documentation.
• Develop proficiency using digital multimeters, process calibrators, and other IC&E testing equipment.
• Assist with calibration and functional testing of transmitters, switches, sensors, control valves, and other field instrumentation.
• Develop an understanding of industrial signals and control systems, including 4–20 mA circuits, discrete signals, RTDs, thermocouples, and basic control loops.
• Support equipment startup, commissioning, loop checks, and system functional testing.
• Assist experienced technicians with troubleshooting electrical, instrumentation, and control system issues.
• Properly document completed work, calibration results, testing activities, deficiencies, and equipment information.
• Maintain IC&E tools, test equipment, materials, and work areas.
• Follow established safety requirements, procedures, work controls, and company standards.
• Participate in technical training and demonstrate continued development in instrumentation, controls, and electrical competencies.
• Work collaboratively with IC&E personnel, Engineering, Operations, and other skilled trades.
• Perform additional IC&E-related duties based on project and operational needs.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated interest in instrumentation, controls, electrical, electronics, industrial maintenance, or a related technical trade.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Ability and willingness to learn electrical and instrumentation fundamentals.
• Ability to follow written procedures, technical instructions, and direction from qualified personnel.
• Strong safety mindset and willingness to stop and ask questions when unsure.
• Dependable, accountable, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work in an industrial environment and perform the physical requirements associated with field IC&E work.
• Willingness to work variable schedules, including 8–12-hour shifts and extended hours when required.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently between project locations, including extended assignments.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Previous hands-on experience in electrical, instrumentation, controls, electronics, industrial maintenance, construction, or a related field.
• Trade school, apprenticeship, community college, military, or other technical training related to electrical, instrumentation, controls, electronics, automation, or industrial maintenance.
• Familiarity with basic AC/DC electrical theory.
• Familiarity with digital multimeters and basic electrical test equipment.
• Exposure to electrical drawings, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, or other technical drawings.
• Exposure to industrial instrumentation, PLC/control systems, process equipment, or industrial facilities.
• OSHA, electrical safety, NFPA 70E, or other applicable industrial safety training is a plus.

What You'll Gain This position offers an opportunity to build a career in IC&E through hands-on experience with instrumentation, controls, electrical systems, calibration, installation, troubleshooting, commissioning, and startup. You'll work alongside experienced IC&E professionals in an advanced energy environment while continuing to develop your technical skills and work toward increased responsibility as an IC&E Technician.