Instrument Technician I

Job Summary

The Instrument Technician I will work with contracts and builders to manage, direct, and install electrical wiring and installation for projects throughout the refinery.

Essential Functions

• 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
• Test devices for improvement, safety, and quality control
• Repair broken equipment and wiring
• Participate in test runs and meet safety regulations
• Be aware of and participate in Management of Change (MOC) activities
• Modify systems to be environmentally friendly
• Remove and repair, install and calibrate various transmitters and hart communication
• Use test equipment and perform routine calibrations
• Maintain various instrumentation loops
• Must be able to respond to callouts including weekends, and holidays that requires reliable attendance
• Calibrate analytical instruments to ensure accuracy under supervision.
• Perform routine maintenance
• Repair or replace faulty components under supervision.
• Identify, test, and troubleshoot internal hardware
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities

• Possess advanced knowledge of instrumentation math, units variables, and dimensions of measurement
• Demonstrate knowledge of flow, pressure, temperature, level instrumentation, and control power systems
• Familiar with Honeywell or similar DCS controls, analytical monitors for CEM (Continuous Emission Monitoring)
• Working knowledge of control valves; MOV and Pneumatic
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop drawings, and wiring schematics
• Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Creative problem solver who thrives when presented with a challenge
• Flexible and able to multitask on several different aspects of a project or on multiple projects
• Able to take initiative to recommend projects, product improvements, or cost reductions
• Strong mathematical and technical skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal property and safety regulations
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None
  
  

Education And Experience

• High school / GED minimum; Associates degree or higher
• 2 3 years experience as an Instrument Technician
• 2 3 years experience in refinery environment
• IBEW or trade school in electrical / instrumentation certification
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to pass a physical test of pushing, pulling, and lifting a minimum of 50 lbs
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Ability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Perform repetitive movements over long periods of time
• Frequent reaching, stooping, twisting, bending, kneeling, crawling, and crouching
• Lift, position, push, and/or transfer equipment and materials
• Must be able to climb a minimum 30 foot ladder
• Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring equipment and materials
• 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
• Exposed to seasonal weather based on geographic region
• Exposed to moving parts and electricity that require safety protocols
  
  

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Grapevine Operating Company LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.