Electrical/Instrument Technician

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking an Electrical & Instrument Technician for a chemical plant environment. The role involves installing, maintaining and troubleshooting electrical and instrumentation systems to keep processes running.

Requirements include 5 years of instrumentation/electrical experience or an associate degree, HS diploma, ability to read diagrams, good communication, PPE, and willingness to work overtime, including extended shifts for emergencies.

Qualifications

• 5 years industry experience in instrumentation and electrical or an associate’s degree in Instrument or Mechanical Technology.
• High school diploma or GED equivalency is required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, manufacturer’s literature, diagrams or schematics.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and computer knowledge.
• Must be capable of wearing all protective type of equipment needed to complete jobs safely.
• Available to work overtime and understand that it is a job requirement if no one volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair and/or replace items such as instruments, valves, disconnects and starters in order to protect personnel, equipment and to keep processes running.
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, repair, and reassemble equipment such as automatic valves, motors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, in order to restore to operation.
• Measure, cut, bend and install conduit, fittings and tubing as needed to install or repair equipment.
• Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical wire, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fiber optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures
• Lock, tag, try and test energy sources in order make equipment inoperable and safe to work on.
• Plan and coordinate work with other crafts while installing new work or replacing existing parts with new models.
• Receive training and be able to retrieve OSHA information such as PSM, MSDS, hazardous material lists, safety procedures, corporate standards, etc.
• I&E Technicians will reinforce the safety principles of the area and site and ensure trainees follow the standard work practices and procedures.
• Troubleshoot and correct problems with Distributive Control Systems equipment using test equipment and techniques to restore equipment to operation.

Skills

Instrumentation experience

Electrical experience

Communication skills

Reading diagrams

Safety PPE

Overtime willingness

Education

Associate's degree in Instrument or Mechanical Technology

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Electrical & Instrument Technician

Pay range:$34/hr-$40/hr, BOE

A local chemical company is seeking a skilled Electrical and Instrument (E & I) Technician to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical and instrumentation systems to ensure optimal plant operations. Please read the job description completely before applying.

About this Role and About You

Electrical & Instrument Technicians install, repair, or maintain in accordance with manufacturers or site specifications, electrical and instrument equipment using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring and testing instruments.

Qualification

• 5 years industry experience in instrumentation and electrical or an associate’s degree in Instrument or Mechanical Technology.

• High school diploma or GED equivalency is required.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, manufacturer’s literature, diagrams or schematics.

• Good verbal and written communication skills and computer knowledge.

• Must be capable of wearing all protective type of equipment needed to complete jobs safely

• Available to work overtime and understand that it is a job requirement if no one volunteers

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair and/or replace items such as instruments, valves, disconnects and starters in order to protect personnel, equipment and to keep processes running.

• Disassemble, clean, inspect, repair, and reassemble equipment such as automatic valves, motors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, in order to restore to operation.

• Measure, cut, bend and install conduit, fittings and tubing as needed to install or repair equipment.

• Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical wire, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fiber optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures

• Lock, tag, try and test energy sources in order make equipment inoperable and safe to work on.

• Plan and coordinate work with other crafts while installing new work or replacing existing parts with new models.

• Receive training and be able to retrieve OSHA information such as PSM, MSDS, hazardous material lists, safety procedures, corporate standards, etc.

• I&E Technicians will reinforce the safety principles of the area and site and ensure trainees follow the standard work practices and procedures.

• Troubleshoot and correct problems with Distributive Control Systems equipment using test equipment and techniques to restore equipment to operation.

Working Environment

• Chemical manufacturing plant producing Liquid Alum, ACH and PAC chemicals

• Physical capability of performing tasks in 100-degree ambient temperatures while wearing Protective Personal Protection.

• This job requires climbing stairs and ladders and lifting (within OSHA guidelines).

• This job consists of outside elements where radiant heat or cold is normal work environment, and rotating shifts.

• Following all plant safety guidelines such as: Confined Space, Working with heights Management of Change, Hot Work and Operating Procedures

• Must be able to work scheduled 8-hour days with intermittent 14 – 16-hour days for emergency operations/repairs.