Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

Oxy; Notrees (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician for its Direct Air Capture facility in Texas. The role involves maintaining safety standards while performing installations and repairs on instrumentation and electrical systems. Candidates should have significant industry experience, relevant certifications, and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment, and must be able to lift weights and respond to alarms. This position does not offer visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years process instrumentation/electrical maintenance experience in industry.
• Proof of the NCCER certification or equivalent required.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and climb ladders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain environmental and safety standards.
• Install and maintain plant instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoot 120 V AC controls and 480 V motors.

Skills

Troubleshooting using loop drawing

Maintaining process control loops

High proficiency in Microsoft applications

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

High School Education or GED

Associate’s Degree in Instrumentation or Electrical Technology

Job description

Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

As the Instrumentation and Electrical Technician at our Direct Air Capture facility in Ector County, TX you will:

• Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products, as our highest priority
• Install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance on all plant instrumentation, control systems, analyzers and electrical equipment
• Responsible for prompt and accurate diagnosis of minor problems and the implementation of corrective action. Consult directly with equipment vendors on problems for resolution as necessary
• Set up and operate shop tools and test equipment, measuring equipment and hand tools utilized in all phases of maintenance and repair
• Conduct evaluation tests on valves, motors, instruments, etc.
• Responsible to troubleshoot 120 V AC controls, 480 V motors and switchgear, as well as 4160 V equipment
• Research specifications for materials, testing and repair of instrumentation and electrical equipment

Qualifications

• High School Education or GED required
• Five (5) years process instrumentation/electrical maintenance experience in industry OR two (2) years maintenance experience in industry and an Associate’s Degree in Instrumentation or Electrical Technology
• Must be proficient in troubleshooting using loop drawing, schematics, ladder logic, electrical one‑line, and P&I drawings
• Proficient in maintaining process control loops, electronic controls, valves, and transmitters
• This position requires proof of the NCCER certification prior to employment (electrical and/or instrumentation preferred) or other nationally recognized and relevant certification in lieu of NCCER
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays
• High proficiency in Microsoft applications
• Ability to read, write and speak in English
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Ability to work weekends, holidays and respond to callouts on a non‑routine basis
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs., climb ladders and stairs
• Walking, bending, stooping is required
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator and respond to visual and audible alarms

Occidental does not offer sponsorship of employment‑based nonimmigrant visa petitions for this role.

Occidental is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.