How to hire a measurement controls specialist

How to hire a measurement controls specialist, step by step

Here's a step-by-step measurement controls specialist hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a measurement controls specialist job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new measurement controls specialist
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your measurement controls specialist job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a measurement controls specialist for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   A measurement controls specialist's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, measurement controls specialists from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of measurement controls specialists and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Measurement Controls Specialist	Description	Hourly rate
   Measurement Controls Specialist		$15-45
   Valve Technician	Valve technicians install regulating devices such as valves. They are responsible for monitoring, testing, and troubleshooting valves... Show more	$13-28
   Fire Technician	Fire technicians conduct safety inspections and planning for fire protection systems. Fire technicians recognize fire hazards, apply technical knowledge, and perform services to control and prevent fires... Show more	$17-29

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Troubleshoot
   • Measurement Equipment
   • API
   • Measurement Data
   • CMS
   • Transmitters
   • CMM
   • LACT
   • CAD
   • Data Collection
   • BLM
   • Analyze Data
   • Flow-Cal
   • Data Analysis

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage engineering operations and budgets, monitoring spending and assessing performance measures; manage several operation budgets relating to HVAC.
   • Serve as a member of the GIS team responsible for land base generation and GPS training.
   • Perform turbine swaps, master meter and LACT provings4.
   • Design, fabricate and install cable harness assemblies for PLC control fixed gas detection systems.
   • Develop and implement a permit/easement tracking program for GIS system.
   • Implement telemetry and communications networks at remote terminal units using MDS digital radios, cellular modems, and satellite technology.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your measurement controls specialist job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A measurement controls specialist can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, measurement controls specialists' average salary in wyoming is 52% less than in new york.
   • Seniority. Entry-level measurement controls specialists 65% less than senior-level measurement controls specialists.
   • Certifications. A measurement controls specialist with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a measurement controls specialist's salary.

   Average measurement controls specialist salary

   $56,357yearly

   $27.09 hourly rate

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   Entry-level measurement controls specialist salary

   $33,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

   Average measurement controls specialist salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Texas	$79,107	$38
   2	Massachusetts	$72,879	$35
   3	Tennessee	$72,722	$35
   4	Maryland	$72,500	$35
   5	Maine	$70,517	$34
   6	California	$67,574	$32
   7	Utah	$62,827	$30
   8	Arizona	$61,743	$30
   9	Idaho	$54,867	$26
   10	Florida	$49,647	$24

   Average measurement controls specialist salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Energy Transfer	$86,408	$41.54	7
   2	Coterra Energy	$81,701	$39.28	3
   3	Blue Racer Midstream	$61,834	$29.73
   4	Closet Factory	$51,976	$24.99	2
   5	The Home Depot	$32,947	$15.84	79

4. Writing a measurement controls specialist job description

   A good measurement controls specialist job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a measurement controls specialist job description:

   Measurement controls specialist job description example

   Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Control Management Specialist supporting the Chief Operating Office. This role will be specifically focused on managing key aspects of the Risk Appetite and Key Risk Indicator program in alignment with the Risk Measurement Program. This individual will also be involved with key components of the development of Operational Risk KRIs in alignment with High Inherent Risks identified during the RCSA process.
   **In this role, you will:**
   
   + Participate in identifying, assessing, managing, and mitigating current and emerging risk exposures within Control Management functional area
   
   + Provide risk management consulting to support the business in designing and implementing risk metrics aligned to business objectives and strategic priorities.
   
   + Monitor, measure, evaluate, and report on metric results and boundary triggers.
   
   + Manage relationships and foster a team orientation with various key stakeholders across the organization.
   
   + Collaborate with relevant groups to identify current and emerging risks associated with business activities and operations
   
   IMPORTANT NOTE: This role is not open to telecommute. Candidate must reside within a reasonable commute to one of the addresses listed in the posting.
   
   Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants
   
   **Required Qualifications:**
   
   + 4+ years of Risk Management or Control Management experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
   
   **Desired Qualifications:**
   
   + Strong Analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
   
   + In-depth knowledge of risk identification, risk appetite and strategy, risk-related decisions, processes and controls, risk analytics and governance
   
   + Ability to analyze, problem solve with demonstrated excellence at identifying stakeholders, understanding needs, and driving decision- making/resolution through a consensus building approach.
   
   + Implement solutions through written action plans, procedures and change management.
   
   + Deep understanding of ever-evolving governance processes and regulatory environments.
   
   + Ability to fluently articulate strategy and operations; translating organizational strategies into clear objectives and action.
   
   + Experience working horizontally across an organization and participating in enterprise-wide implementations of major policy and relevant risk programs.
   
   + Demonstrated experience working in a rapidly changing and complex environment.
   
   + Advanced Microsoft Office skills
   
   + Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
   
   + Ability to interact with all levels of an organization
   
   + Strong project management skills
   
   + Strong organizational skills, ability to work independently and on multiple initiatives concurrently.
   
   **Job Expectations:**
   
   + Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
   
   **We Value Diversity**
   
   At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
   
   Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.
   
   Candidates applying to job openings posted in US: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
   
   Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.
   
   **Company:** WELLS FARGO BANK
   
   **Req Number:** R-217155-7
   
   **Updated:** Tue Oct 11 20:02:35 UTC 2022
   
   **Location:** West Des Moines,Iowa

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5. Post your job

   To find measurement controls specialists for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any measurement controls specialists they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level measurement controls specialists with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your measurement controls specialist job on Zippia to find and recruit measurement controls specialist candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit measurement controls specialists, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new measurement controls specialist

   Once you have selected a candidate for the measurement controls specialist position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new measurement controls specialist. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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