Instrument Technician I

Description

• Perform repetitive movements over long periods of time
• Be aware of and participate in Management of Change (MOC) activities
• Participate in test runs and meet safety regulations
• Test devices for improvement, safety, and quality control
• Modify systems to be environmentally friendly
• Maintain and repair electronic and pneumatic instrumentation.
• Maintain and troubleshoot various types of switches, meters, indicators, temperature sensors, positioners, controllers, control valves, and DCS loops
• Calibrate analytical instruments to ensure accuracy under supervision.
• Perform routine maintenance
• Lift, position, push, and/or transfer equipment and materials
• Use test equipment and perform routine calibrations
• Maintain various instrumentation loops
• Remove and repair, install and calibrate various transmitters and hart communication
• Repair or replace faulty components under supervision.
• Repair broken equipment and wiring
• Identify, test, and troubleshoot internal hardware

Requirements

• Must be able to climb ladders and or stairs on tanks, vessels and structures; wear respirator; work around equipment containing high pressures and temperatures and various chemicals
• Strong mathematical and technical skills
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Frequent reaching, stooping, twisting, bending, kneeling, crawling, and crouching
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop drawings, and wiring schematics
• Must be able to climb a minimum 30 foot ladder
• Must be able to pass a physical test of pushing, pulling, and lifting a minimum of 50 lbs
• Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Must be able to respond to callouts including weekends, and holidays that requires reliable attendance
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal property and safety regulations
• High school / GED minimum; Associates degree or higher
• Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring equipment and materials
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Demonstrate knowledge of flow, pressure, temperature, level instrumentation, and control power systems
• Working knowledge of control valves; MOV and Pneumatic
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Familiar with Honeywell or similar DCS controls, analytical monitors for CEM (Continuous Emission Monitoring)
• Able to take initiative to recommend projects, product improvements, or cost reductions
• 2+3 years experience as an Instrument Technician
• Creative problem solver who thrives when presented with a challenge
• 2+3 years experience in refinery environment
• Exposed to moving parts and electricity that require safety protocols
• IBEW or trade school in electrical / instrumentation certification
• Possess advanced knowledge of instrumentation math, units variables, and dimensions of measurement
• Flexible and able to multitask on several different aspects of a project or on multiple projects

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance