What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrumentation & Electrical Technician position at Flint Hills?
Your Job
Flint Hills Resources- Pipelines and Terminals is seeking a highly motivated and capable Instrumentation & Electrical Technician with the ability to work independently in Austin, TX, and surrounding areas such as Bastrop, Buda, New Braunfels, and Mustang Ridge. This role will be responsible for the specification, installation, testing, and repair of multiple types of industrial instrumentation and electrical equipment used in the operation of crude and refined products pipelines and terminals. The right candidate will be creating value by utilizing critical thinking skills to solve problems, manage work and execute tasks. This role comes with a fully equipped company work truck, technician tools, and uniforms.
This role offers a flexible 9/80 work schedule, which may provide every other Friday off depending on workload and business needs.
Our Team
Our Team is a cohesive and proficient team comprising skilled trade professionals, emphasizing personal development, effective leadership, and collaborative teamwork. We place great importance on fostering a culture of responsibility, ensuring the safe and superior delivery of results.
What You Will Do
- Specification, installation, testing and repair of various types of electrical/electronic equipment used in the operation of Truck loading facilities and Pipeline pump stations.
- Specify, install and program various types of PLC, flow computer and other metering and communication equipment, work on motors, valves/actuators, flow meters, transmitters and complete required documentation
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems up to 4160 VAC
- Read and interpret blueprints, understand and apply the National Electrical Code
- Support daily pipeline and terminal operations as training and qualifications allow
- Work with other technicians to support multiple facilities in Texas * Provide on-call rotational support for local area facilities
- Document and manage maintenance activity and work orders utilizing a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
- Support and/or lead project team to ensure all aspects of the project are properly considered, including scope selection, safety, environmental, compliance, construction, operation, and reliability
- Effectively communicate project status to various stakeholders within the organization
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Two (2) years or more of experience performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibrating industrial Instrumentation (flow, pressure, temperature, and level transmitters)
- One (1) year or more of experience installing/maintaining flow computers, PLC, and communications equipment
- Experience performing electrical troubleshooting of 480V AC voltage
- Valid driver's license
- Able to travel up to 20%
- Able to meet the Physical Requirements for the role
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, lift, carry, push, pull, bend, twist, climb, and balance frequently
- Ability to sit, kneel, crouch, and crawl occasionally
- Lift up to 50 lbs (frequently carry up to 25 lbs)
- Adequate hearing to detect alarms and other safety cues
- Work near moving mechanical parts, in outdoor weather, and at heights (lifts/ladders)
- Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hard hat, safety glasses, FR clothing, respirator, safety boots, etc.
What Will Put You Ahead
- Five (5) years or more of experience performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibrating industrial Instrumentation (flow, pressure, temperature, and level transmitters)
- Experience with OSHA and NFPA 70E training/application
- Two-year Technical (electrical or instrumentation) Degree
- Journeyman or Master Electrical License
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Hiring Philosophy
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Who We Are
As a Koch company, Flint Hills Resources is an industry-leading refining company making the oil and transportation products that keep the world moving. We make a large supply of fuel for gas stations and airports in addition to transporting crude oil, natural gas liquids and refined products through 4,000 miles of pipeline - delivering energy to farmers, manufacturers and families. Our team champions innovation and excellence to help power modern life.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).