What is an instrument maintenance supervisor and how to become one

Key steps to become an instrument maintenance supervisor

1. Explore instrument maintenance supervisor education requirements

   Most common instrument maintenance supervisor degrees

   Associate

   46.0 %

   Bachelor's

   40.0 %

   Master's

   6.0 %

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2. Start to develop specific instrument maintenance supervisor skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Test Equipment	23.36%
   Transmitters	16.34%
   CMMS	15.81%
   Safety Practices	15.47%
   Electrical Equipment	7.92%

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3. Complete relevant instrument maintenance supervisor training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New instrument maintenance supervisors 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 maintenance supervisor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real instrument maintenance supervisor resumes.

4. Research instrument maintenance supervisor duties and responsibilities

   • Coordinate and direct multi-millions of dollars' worth of HVAC maintenance by hiring and managing a contract crew of technicians.
   • Calibrate flow transmitters, pressure transmitters, and trubidimeters.
   • Coordinate with planning department to create equipment registration in Maximo for all devices at water treatment project.
   • Assist operations department in improvements with equipment, DCS system, control systems, and PLC systems.

5. Prepare your instrument maintenance supervisor resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your instrument maintenance supervisor resume.

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6. Apply for instrument maintenance supervisor jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an instrument maintenance supervisor 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