Analyzer Technician

TOTAL Deutschland GmbH; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TotalEnergies in La Porte, TX is seeking an Instrument Technician to install, maintain, repair, calibrate and test a range of industrial instruments at the La Porte Polypropylene Plant. The role requires a minimum of 3 years' experience and a High School diploma or equivalent.

You will troubleshoot telemetry and PLC hardware, read wiring diagrams and P&ID flow diagrams, and support safety programs while occasional overtime and weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent is required.
• Basic mechanical skills with aptitude for mechanical or electrical crafts.
• Good written and oral communication skills; basic math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, calibrate and test industrial instruments at the La Porte Polypropylene Plant.
• Troubleshoot telemetry and PLC hardware and software.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections on metering and control instruments.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, P&ID flow diagrams, and electrical drawings for installations or repairs.
• Estimate labor, materials and supplies for assignments.
• Keep records and report work performed; document changes to software/hardware.
• Support HSE policies and participate in safety activities and training.
• May direct or coach others on specific projects; work rotating shifts; overtime may be required.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Written and verbal communication

Basic math and computer skills

Diagram reading (P&ID, wiring, ladder)

Education

High School Degree or equivalent

Job description

Domaine Maintenance / Inspection / Technologies

Type de contrat CDI

Expérience Minimum 3 ans

About TotalEnergies

TotalEnergies is a major energy company, which produces and markets fuels, natural gas and low-carbon electricity. Over 100,000 employees are committed to better energy that is safer, more affordable, cleaner and accessible to as many people as possible. Active in more than 120 countries, TotalEnergies ambition is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 or sooner. The US Government is engineering a major transformation of the US economy with ambitious goals to cut GHG emissions in half by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2050.

What We Provide

TotalEnergies offers a robust comprehensive benefits package available to employees on the first day of hire. These benefits include but are not limited to generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSA with company contributions, health FSA, commuter benefits or paid parking, 401(k) plan with employer match, pension plan, life & accident insurances, generous parental leave, education assistance, fitness subsidy and more.

TotalEnergies celebrates diversity and is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other category protected under applicable federal, state or local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

TotalEnergies believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

International Consideration

TotalEnergies regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited visa status for this position.

• Install, maintain, repair, calibrate and test a wide variety of industrial instruments that record, indicate, control and regulate level, flow, pressure, temperature, position, and water analysis at t he LaPorte Polypropylene Plant.
• Troubleshoot process controller hardware and maintain a functional knowledge of the operation of the telemetry system hardware and software.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections of all metering control instruments, diagnosing existing or potential trouble; clean, lubricate, calibrate, and adjust as conditions indicate.
• Install and place into service new metering, controlling and recording devices, calibrating as required; may extend or connect related electrical circuits.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and specifications in making installations or performing major repair work.
• May make estimates of labor, materials, and supplies as necessary for the performance of specific assignments.
• Keep records; make verbal and written reports of work performed.
• Troubleshoot telemetry and PLC software and hardware, make recommendations and perform software changes, maintain documentation of changes to the software and hardware.
• May direct the work of others on specific projects, and coach and train less-experienced instrument Technicians and others on the procedures of the work.
• Perform the repairs and testing work requiring higher-level knowledge, skills, and abilities, and serve as a technical resource to others.
• HSE responsibilities include - Understanding, supporting, and compliance with all site policies, procedures and applicable regulations; conducting applicable safety activities, including inspections and audits as assigned; completion of assigned HSE action items; and completion of regulatory and other required training.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Responsible for complying with all applicable laws and regulations.
• High School Degree or equivalent
• Basic mechanical skills (training or experience with polymer or chemical processing equipment, forklift operation, testing equipment, or skills in mechanical or electrical crafts are advantageous).
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to comply with all of the Safety regulations of the position.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule for limited overtime and weekends as needed.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of this position.
• Must be able to read and work from P&I flow diagrams, instrument loop drawings, electrical control drawings and ladder logic diagrams.
• Must be willing to work overtime and callouts as required.
• Must be willing to work rotating workdays or shifts as required.