INSTRUMENTATION AND ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN
Role Summary
The Instrumentation & Electrical Technician responsibilities include maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting of field instrumentation devices for process equipment and automated control systems. This position also requires assisting maintenance technicians. The I&E tech will operate within the maintenance function and interact with operations and EHS through Safe Work Permit, and LOTO.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine and non-routine analytical, physical, and applied performance tests as requested.
- Technical resource - support daily production operations by reviewing and assessing daily system status; troubleshoot, correct flow, pressure, temp, level and analytical instruments; installation, calibration, inspection, and troubleshooting of instruments and electrical equipment in accordance with NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, ISA and company standards.
- Identify, interpret and effectively use drawings and documentation related to electrical and process controls including Electrical One-line diagrams, Elementary diagrams, wiring schematics, control schematics, P&ID’s, Cause and Effect diagrams, Instrument Loop diagrams, Interconnect diagrams, etc.
- Run instrument tubing, install solenoids and valves.
- Support electrical work maintenance by troubleshooting, repair motor control circuits and equipment including VFD’s,
- Maintain AB/MCC distribution systems.
- Ability to run conduit and wiring using benders and pipe threaders.
- Evaluate equipment reliability - Review current gaging system components in each application and review repair records to determine MTBF and prioritize replacements
- First level responder to equipment troubleshooting, diagnosis, & repair
- Work with other maintenance team members to repair mechanical equipment.
- Build documentation for troubleshooting and calibrations.
- Support continuous improvement in production & EHS performance.
- Initiate LOTO, SWP’s and follow all requirements and procedures to ensure equipment and personnel including contractors are safe.
- Responsible for ensuring compliance with the Responsible Care Management System® including establishment of policies/procedures, assigning responsibilities and tracking progress.
Competencies
Required:
- A.A. Degree in Instrumentation Electronics, (Relevant work experience in the process instrumentation and electrical trades, preferably in process plant environments could be considered in lieu of the degree requirements).
- Experience in electrical work including CL1 Div2 environments.
- Proven verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with teams as both a leader and member. Ability to lead contractors and ensure their safety.
- Ability to apply analytical and problem-solving skills to achieve process improvements.
- Team player with good relationships with peers, subordinates, and superiors.
- Ability to reach all work areas in the plant (i.e. climb ladders, negotiate catwalks, handle heights to 50 feet, etc.), to lift twist and turn up to 50 lb. (i.e. open and close large valves, inspect equipment, don emergency PPE, etc.) and to expeditiously lead plant emergencies.
- Competency in process design and optimization.
- Due to safety sensitive nature of job, must pass regular & routine chemical dependency testing.
Recommended:
- Experience with electrical utility systems and troubleshooting
- Certification from trade schools and ISA CCST are preferred
- Experience with troubleshooting and maintaining Opto 22 PAC controls.
- Knowledgeable in commissioning advanced Coriolis flow meters and radar level instruments.
- Process Control programming skills a plus.
- Knowledge in NEC Codes and requirements especially for Cl1 Div2 environments.
- Good personal computer skills preferably experience with MS Office.
Pilot Chemical is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Join our growing team!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 5% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
