What is an instrument inspector and how to become one

Key steps to become an instrument inspector

1. Explore instrument inspector education requirements

   Most common instrument inspector degrees

   Associate

   32.6 %

   Bachelor's

   30.2 %

   High School Diploma

   20.9 %

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2. Start to develop specific instrument inspector skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Control Valves	22.98%
   PLC	22.72%
   Control Systems	18.93%
   Instrumentation Installation	10.38%
   Transmitters	3.70%

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3. Complete relevant instrument inspector training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New instrument inspectors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an instrument inspector based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real instrument inspector resumes.

4. Research instrument inspector duties and responsibilities

   • Inspect all coating application to ensure proper application and WFT is achieved per clients and manufacturers specifications and standards.
   • Test and install PLC (GE SCADA) upgrades and other logic control units.
   • Conduct dimensional and visual inspections procedures on CMM machines to ensure geometrical characteristics of the product are in specification.
   • Document and monitor environmental conditions relative humidity, air temperature, surface temperature, and dew point during the application process.

5. Apply for instrument inspector jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an instrument inspector job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams