Instrumentation & Electrical Technician

The Instrumentation & Electrical Technician is responsible for the maintenance, testing, inspection, and coordinating of safe operation of all instrumentation and electrical equipment or systems for the facility.

Job Duties: * Responsible for the maintenance of equipment based on written documentation pertaining to the job including work orders using the CMMS software.

* Responsible for running electronic tests and inspections.

* Responsible for providing accurate records of all instrumentation and electrical equipment.

* Troubleshoots, fabricates, modifies, removes, repairs, overhauls, or replaces parts or equipment on instrumentation and electrical systems.

Troubleshoot process upsets.

* Scan and energize electrical circuitry using infrared technology.

* Responsible for Installing new system controls; instrument calibrations.

* Installs electrical systems and grounding to NEC standards.

* Services and replaces instruments.

Running electronic tests and inspections * Performs general electrical maintenance.

Low voltage monitors/breakers/control circuits.

* Assist in the development and ongoing improvement of the plant mechanical integrity program.

* Responsible for installation, programming, calibration, and preventive maintenance for electrical equipment to improve field system operation/uptime.

* Adheres to the area equipment Preventive Maintenance program, while completing preventive maintenance check lists.

* Develops work plans covering installation, calibration, inspection, and troubleshooting tasks, to minimize production impacts and enhance the reliability of the operation.

* Responsible for repairing, replacing, and installing conduit, wiring and electrical equipment.

* Working with the departments to troubleshoot, repair and replace controls communication networks.

Scanning energized electrical circuitry using infrared technology.

* Read and understand maintenance/operations manuals for equipment specifications parts and procedures to make proper and timely repairs.

* Assist other maintenance craft, as qualified.

Qualifications and Education Requirements: * Must be 18 years of age.

* High school diploma or GED is required.

* Instrument and/or electrical training, degree, or certification.

* Proficient knowledge of basic electrical circuitry,1-3 years' experience as an Industrial Electrician, preferred.

* Certification or Degree in Instrumentation Technology, or 1-3 years' experience with industrial process measurement and control systems.

* Proficient knowledge of basic electrical circuitry with ability to follow loop and electrical schematics.

* Proficiency in troubleshooting, installation, maintenance, repair, and testing of equipment.

Proficiency in computer controls programming logic is a plus.

* Proficiency in process and instrumentation diagrams.

* Ability to use the computer and the CMMS system.

* Ability to read and comprehend P&ID's and electrical schematics.

* Ability to operate, perform basic and routine maintenance, and troubleshoot equipment.

* Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC card.

Must possess and maintain a valid US driver's license.

Physical Demands: * Ability to work at elevated heights, including using lifts, ladders, and stairs.

* Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.

* Work is done outdoors; must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.

* Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Position Details: * Shift work - must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.