Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc.; Hastings (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartwell Renewables in Hastings, Nebraska seeks an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, instrumentation, and control systems in our renewable diesel facility. You will ensure safety and reliability by keeping systems within regulatory standards, reading blueprints, conducting loop checks, and supporting DCS/SCADA integration.

Qualifications include a technical degree and 3 years I&E experience; strong PLC/DCS knowledge; willingness

Qualifications

• Diploma or Associate Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Electronics, or a related technical field.
• 3 years of I&E experience in an industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems (low voltage).
• Proficiency in calibration and maintenance of industrial instruments.
• Familiarity with PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), DCS platforms (Honeywell, Emerson), and safety systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, test, and repair electrical components and low voltage automation.
• Test electrical systems to ensure safety and functionality.
• Troubleshoot and repair wiring, motors, switches, breakers, and related components.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and manuals.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize failures.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, standards and safety regs.
• Calibrate and maintain field instrumentation (pressure, temperature, level, flow).
• Troubleshoot DCS, PLC, SIS, and SCADA systems.
• Follow safety policies including LOTO and confined spaces.
• Assist with system upgrades and plant renovations.

Skills

Industrial electrical systems

Calibration & maintenance

PLCs & DCS familiarity

Technical drawings & schematics

Troubleshooting & communication

Education

Diploma/Associate in Electrical/Instrumentation/Electronics

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Honeywell/Emerson DCS

CMMS/SAP experience

Job description

Welcome to Heartwell Renewables! Be a part of an industry and company that is growing! Through our core values, we pioneer the safe production of renewable fuel, to transport everyday products in a more sustainable way.

With the need to find new green ways to power the future, there’s never been a better time to celebrate the benefits of renewable solutions. Renewable fuels help clean up the environment by reducing toxic emissions and strengthen our number one industry—agriculture—by creating demand for the crops and livestock our farm families grow. Renewable diesel represents an additional opportunity to use locally sourced corn oils, soybean oils, and animal fats to produce clean fuels for our nation’s energy supply.

Basic Purpose: The Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Technician

is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical, instrumentation, and control systems in a renewable diesel production facility. This role supports safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations by ensuring all electrical and automation systems function within regulatory and operational standards.

Job Functions:

• Installing, maintaining, testing, evaluating, and repairing various electrical components and systems including low voltage automation systems
• Test electrical systems and equipment to ensure functionality and safety.
• Troubleshoot and repair or replace faulty wiring, motors, switches, breakers, and related components.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize equipment failures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, standards and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with other maintenance and production staff to resolve low-voltage electrical issues.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair work.
• Install, calibrate, and maintain field instrumentation including: pressure, temperature, level, and flow transmitters.
• Troubleshoot and repair control valves, actuators, switches, analyzers, and PLC-based control systems.
• Interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, and instrumentation datasheets.
• Perform loop checks and function tests during shutdowns, turnarounds, and new installations.
• Maintain accurate calibration and instrumentation records.
• Assist with maintenance and troubleshooting of DCS, PLC, SIS, and SCADA systems.
• Monitor control system alarms, process deviations, and equipment performance.
• Support plant upgrades, modifications, and system optimization initiatives.
• Follow all refinery safety policies including lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space entry, hot work permits.
• Participate in hazard assessments, toolbox talks, and safety meetings.
• Comply with environmental, reliability, and operational standards.
• May require overtime or on-call work to handle emergency repairs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or Associate Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Electronics, or a related technical field
• 3 years of I&E experience in an industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems (low voltage)
• Proficiency in calibration and maintenance of industrial instruments
• Familiarity with PLCs (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens), DCS platforms (Honeywell, Emerson), and safety systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and manuals
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills
• Be fit to perform the essential functions of the job including working in an industrial work environment that may include loud areas, work around rotating equipment/operating equipment/heavy equipment, extreme temperatures, dust, work at heights, entry into confined spaces, and other potential chemical/atmospheric hazards that require use of appropriate PPE.
• Requires ability to perform physical tasks including frequent walking, standing for extended periods of time, climbing ladders or stairs, and lifting or carrying items weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications: ISA, NCCER, Comp Ex, or similar.
• Experience with refinery turnaround/shutdown maintenance.
• Experience in maintenance in petrochemical or renewables refinery.
• Knowledge of hazardous area classifications (ATEX, NEC Class I Div I/II).
• Experience with SAP or a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Predictive Maintenance and/or Precision Maintenance Certifications.

Heartwell Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and development.

Our Culture:

Fueling customers' journeys since 1964, innovation leads the way for this family-owned and operated business headquartered in Oklahoma City. With nearly 40,000 team members, travel stops are the core business along with products and services that provide value for professional drivers, fleets, traveling public, RVers, alternative energy and wholesale fuel customers. Giving back to communities and an inclusive workplace are hallmarks of the award-winning culture.

Nearest Major Market: Hastings
Nearest Secondary Market: Kearney