An Instrumentation Technician carries out planned or unplanned maintenance and repair activities on a wide range of electronic equipment and process control and safety systems.
Cambridge, MA Job Details Full-time $59.33 an hour 8 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Driver's License Power generation systems Full Job Description Working at MIT offers opportunities that just aren't found anywhere else , including generous and unique benefits that help to ensure that MIT employees are healthy, supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work/life balance. We welcome people from all walks of life to bring their talent, ideas, and experience to our community. We strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds - like yours. If you want to be part of our exceptional, multicultural, collaborative, and inclusive community, then take a look at this opportunity. MIT provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the Institute reasonably expects to pay for a full time position at the time of posting (if you are applying for a part time salaried job, you will need to prorate the posted pay range). The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements. This pay range represents base pay only and does not include any other benefits or compensation.
I & C Technician Job Number:
25921
Functional Area:
Trades Department:
Dof Central Utilities Plant School Area:
Department of Facilities Pay Range Minimum:
$59.33
Pay Range Maximum:
$59.33
Employment Type:
Full-Time Employment Category:
Non-Exempt Visa Sponsorship Available:
No Schedule:
Mon-Fri, 6am-2pm
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No Grade Posting Description
INSTRUMENT & CONTROLS ELECTRICIAN
, Central Utilities Plant (CUP), is responsible for overseeing the daily technical activities related to instrumentation, control systems, Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS), and computer systems that support the reliable and continuous operation of the Central Utilities Plant (CUP). Ensures all instrumentation and control equipment is maintained within design parameters and in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures while performing all work safely. Responsibilities include diagnosing, repairing, calibrating, maintaining, and installing microprocessors, distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), pneumatic controls, field instrumentation, and associated control systems; troubleshooting electronic circuitry, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and process control equipment; developing and implementing PLC logic, microprocessor programming changes, and Proportional, Integral, and Derivative (PID) loop tuning to optimize plant performance. The technician performs testing and adjustments of electrical and pneumatic input/output devices, maintains control documentation and regulatory logs, coordinates and monitors contractors, tracks spare parts, tools, consumables, and inventories, and maintains the plant, workshop, and work areas in a clean and safe condition. Identifies workplace hazards, implements safe work practices, collaborates with MIT departments to support CUP operational goals, and, if properly trained to do so, provide support for high voltage switching within plant as safety person. Job Requirements
REQUIRED
: High school diploma or equivalent and minimum of three years of experience in a power generation or central utility plant within an academic, hospital, marine, or industrial environment. Valid driver's license.
PREFERRED
: Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician License.
Availability:
Must be available to work extended hours, including shifts that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required by schedules, workload, and plant conditions.
Working Conditions:
Must be able to move 50 pounds and remain in a stationary position for extended periods. Work may be performed on ladders, scaffolds, and other above ground locations. Required to wear CUP-issued safety rated uniforms and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety shoes and glasses, dust masks, ear protection, protective suits, hot gloves and high voltage protective equipment. May be required to work with hazardous materials. 8/7/2026
