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Flint Hills Resources
Instrumentation & Electrical Technician
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What they do
An Instrumentation Technician carries out planned or unplanned maintenance and repair activities on a wide range of electronic equipment and process control and safety systems.
$74,602 / year median in Texas
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Your Job I&E Technician Flint Hills Resources- Pipelines and Terminals is seeking a highly motivated and capable Instrumentation & Electrical Technician with the ability to work independently in Helena, TX and surrounding areas. 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, an.