Analyzer Technician

ALLY Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A large chemical company is seeking skilled Analyzer Technicians to maintain and support process analyzer systems. This role involves ensuring equipment functionality, troubleshooting, and compliance in a dynamic environment. Candidates should have significant experience, along with a problematic approach to quality and performance.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of practical analyzer work experience.
• Strong understanding of chemistry, spectroscopy, and chromatography.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and maintenance repair.

Responsibilities

• Maintain online analytical instrumentation through maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and repair analytical systems.
• Support safety management activities and compliance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Associates Degree related to Instrumentation or Analyzers

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

My client, a large chemical company, is currently seeking multiple Analyzer Technicians in Carson, CA!

The Analyzer Technician provides technical expertise and support relative to Process Analyzer Systems which includes: ensuring equipment functionality, troubleshooting failures, meeting compliance requirements, supporting reliability improvements, providing technical assistance for project development and commissioning as well as developing and applying maintenance procedures to support document control efforts.
In support of daily operations and long-term development, the Analyzer Technician will work to meet schedule requirements while continuing efforts toward personal development and continuous improvement. Work quality and performance must be maintained to the highest level with the expectation of all jobs being completed, documented and verified as completely satisfactory.

Regular Work Schedule: 4 – 10 Hour Days per Week, Overtime as required

Major Responsibilities
· Maintain online analytical instrumentation through preventative and corrective maintenance.
· Perform the routine checks and maintenance required to ensure equipment functionality and
reliability.
· Maintain accurate and thorough records of all analytical equipment calibrations in accordance with
site quality procedures and documentation best practices.
· Troubleshoot and repair issues that impair proper functionality of analytical systems.
· Provide the required support needed to resolve non-scheduled priority jobs during normal and after
hours.
· Identify spare parts needed to reduce or eliminate equipment down time.
· Recommend improvements to increase performance and reliability.
· Assist with updating and creating equipment specification sheets, equipment files, checklist and
procedures.
· Train and mentor less experienced Analyzer Technicians.
· Provide support for capital improvement projects including scope development, factory acceptance
testing, installation oversight, commissioning efforts and equipment start-up.
· Maintain the documentation and drawings needed to support continuous operation and improvement
of analyzers.
· Support Process Safety Management activities, such as PHA, MOC, Incident Investigations, Alarm
Management, etc.
· Assure compliance requirements are achieved for Process Analyzer Systems by performing,
overseeing and documenting internal audits.
· Support the analytical equipment obsolescence replacement strategy.
· Ability to utilize SAP to support the Maintenance and Reliability work processes, is a plus.
· Participate in incident investigations associated with Process Analyzer Systems.
· Accountable for day-to-day technical support necessary to meet department and site Safety,
Production, Environmental Compliance, and Quality goals and objectives.

Required Qualifications:
· 18 Years of Age with a High School diploma or GED
· Must possess or obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card prior to first
day of employment
· Possess a current, valid license to operate a motor vehicle in the United States.
· Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa
sponsorship (U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident)
· At least (5) years demonstrated practical analyzer work experience in maintaining process
analyzers, sample conditioning systems and communications architecture.
· Willing and able to work extended hours to resolve critical equipment issues and support site
outages.
· Experience with on-line analyzers such as GC, IR, Mass Spec, Titration, CEMS, HRVOC, Oxygen,
Water Quality, Gas Detection, etc., in a petrochemical facility.
· Experienced in process analyzer maintenance, project commissioning and start-up support.
· Fundamental understanding of chemistry, spectroscopy and chromatography.
· Proficient using computer applications (SAP, Microsoft Office, TEAMS) and practical knowledge of
computer hardware.
· Demonstrated troubleshooting knowledge, maintenance repair experience, and capital project
support (reviews, factory acceptance testing, installation inspections, and start-up support).
· Strong problem solver and self-starter
· Ability to perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Demonstrated leadership, learning and development skills
· Ability to effectively interface with manufacturing, engineering and other functions including
contractors
· Self-initiated learning, corrective actions/follow-through
· Time management processes and skills

Desired Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
· Associates Degree related to Instrumentation or Analyzers, formal apprentice program, or Military
background in relevant technical fields, strong chemistry background is a plus.
· 5 years experience and proficient understanding and experience with the follow analyzer systems:
o Siemens Maxum II and ABB Gas Chromatographs
o Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS)
o Infrared (IR)
o Area and Personnel Atmospheric Monitors (MSA, General Monitor)

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
· Must be willing and able to work outside, year-round under various weather conditions. Our site is a
24-hour, 365 days per year operation
· The candidate must be capable of climbing (scaffolds, towers, vessels, etc.) and working at heights
· Able to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds
· The ability to work in a confined space and from elevated platforms
· Able to wear appropriate protective equipment
· Flame Retardant Clothing (FRC)
· Safety Shoes and Hard Hat
· Ear and Eye Protection (Safety Glasses, goggles, and face shield)
· Respiratory Protection (Partial and Full-face Respirators)
· Chemical Protective Suits, rubber boots, and gloves
· Required to participate in Respiratory Fit Testing Program
· Basic computer skills are a requirement for this position
· The critical competencies for this position are communication, teamwork, problem solving and
decision-making, results orientation, initiative, relationship building, and technological orientation.

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