Analyzer Technician

Howard Energy Partners; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Howard Energy Partners seeks an Analyzer Technician to support process analyzers and field instrumentation. You will assist with maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and startup activities to ensure safe, reliable, and accurate operation of equipment in plant processes.

The role emphasizes learning and applying calibration techniques, documentation in CMMS, and adherence to safety and environmental regulations. Night, weekend, and on-call support may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of industrial instrumentation and electrical experience in construction, maintenance, or design.
• Associate degree or technical certification in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical Technology, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee calibration and troubleshooting of process analyzers, including gas chromatographs, moisture analyzers, oxygen analyzers, H₂S analyzers, pH analyzers, and sample conditioning systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on analyzer systems, routine PM's and bottle change outs as required.
• Monitor and evaluate process analyzer performance and adjust as needed to maintain optimal performance.
• Assist with loop checks, functional testing, equipment commissioning, and startup activities of analyzer and process instrumentation.
• Support the Instrumentation department in calibration of field instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters, control valves, and valve positioners.
• Replace sensors, tubing, regulators, filters, switches, transmitters, and other instrumentation components as required.
• Document maintenance activities using the company CMMS.
• Follow all safety procedures, permitting requirements, and environmental regulations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Control systems

Instrumentation

Troubleshooting

Calibration

Documentation

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

CMMS

Instrumentation software

Job description

The Analyzer Technician assists in the maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of process analyzers and field instrumentation used to monitor and control industrial processes. This position supports primarily plant process analyzers and has the secondary role of instrumentation team support while developing technical skills in process measurement, control systems, and industrial maintenance. The technician works under the guidance of experienced personnel to ensure equipment operates safely, reliably, and accurately.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Oversee, calibration, and troubleshooting of process analyzers, including gas chromatographs, moisture analyzers, oxygen analyzers, H₂S analyzers, pH analyzers, and sample conditioning systems.

Perform preventive maintenance on analyzer systems, routine PM's and bottle change outs as required.

Monitor and evaluate process analyzer performance and adjust as needed to maintain optimal performance.

Assist with loop checks, functional testing, equipment commissioning, and startup activities of analyzer and process instrumentation.

Support the Instrumentation department in calibration of field instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters, control valves, and valve positioners.

Replace sensors, tubing, regulators, filters, switches, transmitters, and other instrumentation components as required.

Document maintenance activities using the company CMMS.

Follow all safety procedures, permitting requirements, and environmental regulations.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Possess a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job.

Aware of environmental factors such as temperature, vibration, noise affecting calibration.

Must be able to use software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.

Understands software programs related to instrumentation, electrical and analyzer equipment.

Strong familiarity with control systems and instrumentation.

Ability to perform routine inspections and maintenance tasks.

Willingness and drive to learn tasks at hand.

Good, clear, concise, and thorough written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency in using computer systems for monitoring plant operations.

Knowledge of safety procedures and protocols.

Effective time management to prioritize tasks and efficiently handle workload.

Must have a valid driver's license.

Must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and participate in an on-call rotation to support plant operations and respond to after-hours maintenance and emergency callout activities.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of industrial instrumentation and electrical experience in construction, maintenance, or design.
• Associate degree or technical certification in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical Technology, or a related field preferred.

Certifications:

• Must have a valid driver's license.

Physical Demands and Hazard for Field Employees:

This position may require occasional travel to remote sites, potential exposure to flammable material, adherence to safety protocols, compliance with operating regulations, and will require rigorous physical demands.

Thank you for your interest in Howard Energy Partners, an equal opportunity employer. If you need additional information, have questions, or need accommodations, please reach out to the Human Resources department at 210-298-2222.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Time Management

Advanced

Safety

Advanced

Mechanical

Intermediate

Troubleshooting

Advanced

Behaviors

Preferred

Functional Expert

: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Growth Opportunities

: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Ability to Make an Impact

: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

Associate degree or technical certification in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical Technology, or a related field preferred.

1 year of industrial instrumentation and electrical experience in construction, maintenance, or design

Equal Opportunity Employer
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