About Us

We deliver electrical, instrumentation, and control services, as well as installation, repair, and maintenance services for residential, commercial, and industrial facilities. As a single-source electrical solution, we offer a full range of services from refinery turnarounds and offshore construction to custom supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) software solutions and distributed control system programming.

Job Summary

Rabalais I &E Constructors seeks experienced Instrument Apprentice for one of our Texas City, Texas locations.

Since 1984, Rabalais Instrument & Electrical Constructors has been meeting and exceeding client expectations on projects ranging from industrial and commercial electrical, instrumentation, and control services to installation, repair, and maintenance services for residential, commercial, and industrial facilities. With an experienced, highly skilled staff, cutting edge technology, and a passion for safety and quality, Rabalais provides top- quality services in a timely and cost-effective manner. In fact, Rabalais has built a reputation as one of the most reliable and respected electrical and instrumentation contractors in the nation. The management team at Rabalais brings a combined experience of over 500 years to each project the company undertakes.

Job Performance Requirements:

Must be able to furnish own transportation to and from job sites or staging areas. Must be able to read, write, and understand English. Must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age. Must not use illegal drugs or excessive alcohol and must consent to a drug and alcohol test when required. Must be able to comply with safety standards. Must have own hand tools. Workers should be able to: rate information using personal judgment or standards that can be measured or checked; work within precise limits or standards of accuracy; perform a variety of duties, which may change often; use reason and logic; perform arithmetical operations rapidly and accurately; see details in objects or drawings; recognize slight differences in shapes or shadings; and picture flat objects as 3-dimensional objects. Physically, workers must be able to: work easily and skillfully with hands; climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolds, and vessels; see well (naturally or with correction) and distinguish colors; reach for, handle, and grasp wires, conduit, and hand tools; bend, crouch, and work in small places; and lift and carry objects related to performing the job task. A valid Texas driver’s license is preferred but will accept a State or Government issued Identification card. A valid Texas Electrical Apprentice License is required. Osha 10 a plus but not required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with electrical and instrumentation installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities
• Support work involving industrial control systems, field instrumentation, and electrical systems
• Gain exposure to instrumentation technologies including transmitters, control valves, and analyzers
• Assist with calibration, loop checks, and commissioning activities as directed
• Work alongside experienced electricians and instrumentation technicians who provide hands-on mentorship
• Support active projects in industrial and oil & gas job-site environments
• Demonstrate increasing responsibility and independence as skills and trust develop
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety, and professionalism
• Participate in and comply with company safety programs, policies, and procedures
• Maintain respectful and professional relationships with clients, crew members, and stakeholders
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Instrumentation exposure considered an asset
• Interest in or prior exposure to both electrical and instrumentation disciplines
• Experience or familiarity with HART, PLCs, RTUs, and calibration is an asset but not required
• Strong work ethic with a positive and proactive attitude
• Mechanically inclined or technically curious
• Ability to work with supervision, sometimes minimal
• Reliable, punctual, and accountable
• Willingness to learn, take feedback, and continuously improve
• Commitment to safety, quality, and professionalism

Benefits

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer, Disabled/Veteran

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Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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