Instrumentation Technician

THERMAL ENERGY CORPORATION- TECO

Houston, TX Job Details Full-time $30 - $45 an hour 20 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Chiller System troubleshooting Flow meters Interpreting technical drawings Electrical schematic reading and interpretation Industrial electrical equipment installation projects Piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) Industrial equipment troubleshooting Electrical instrumentation Analysis skills Measuring instruments Instrumentation and control equipment installation Electrical equipment corrective maintenance NCCER Certification Performing background checks Cooling tower HVAC systems Electrical control system maintenance Electrical maintenance Equipment testing Instrument maintenance E & I Electronic equipment testing Full Job Description Thermal Energy Corporation (TECO) is currently seeking a qualified, motivated individual to join our team as an Instrument Technician II. Once selected, the successful candidate will be working in an industrial a plant environment for one of the largest district energy systems in the United States. TECO maintains gas/steam turbines, heat recovery steam generators, gas/oilfired boilers, electric/steam driven chillers, cooling towers, water treatment systems, custody transfer metering and various types of plant control systems and instrumentation. Instrument Technicians II are journeyman-level class technicians that work under general supervision, independently performing essential functions at an advanced level.

Essential Functions:

• Install, program, inspect, adjust, calibrate and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical equipment, instrumentation, and related information systems. Perform tests, interpret readings and outputs and ensure proper functioning of equipment and related information systems.
• Quickly identify non-operative and malfunctioning systems, troubleshoot failures to determine root causes and develop solutions to avoid repeat failures.
• Respond to callouts.
• Organize work assignments and set priorities.
• Check job sites for potential hazards, understand and adhere to all applicable safety rules, regulations, practices and procedures.
• Contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of TECO's mission by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Must be proficient in the use of tools and test equipment used to test, calibrate, maintain and repair electrical and mechanical equipment, instrumentation, and related information systems.
• Must understand concepts, materials and terminology related to instrumentation and utilities systems.
• Best practices for installation of various types of pressure, temperature and flow instrumentation.
• Reading and interpreting manuals, specifications and drawings.
• Reading and interpreting meters, gauges, charts, and a variety of instruments.
• Reading and interpreting design, P&ID, control and electrical drawings.

Experience requirements consist of a minimum of five years related experience with industrial instrumentation involving the controls and analysis for gas turbines, chillers, boilers, and cooling towers, preferably in or around the Houston ship channel . An A.A. or technical degree would be considered a plus but not a replacement for field experience as specified above. Applicants physically must be able to climb several sets of stairs, lift, bend, stoop, and do extensive walking, climbing, & standing for long periods of time. Must be able to move or lift up to 100 lbs. Work environment includes exposure to indoor/outdoor conditions & high noise volume. We offer excellent benefits, including 401(k), medical and dental care plans, life and disability insurance. We perform drug tests and background checks.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$30.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): How many years of gas chromatograph, CEMS, or other analzyer experience do you have?

Experience:

Industrial Instrumentation Repair:

6 years (Required)

Instrument Calibration:

6 years (Required)

Instrumentation Troubleshooting:

6 years (Required)

License/Certification:

NCCER Certification (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Houston, TX 77030: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person