Electrical Instrumentation Technician- Hereford, TX

Hereford Ethanol Partners, L.P.; Hereford (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hereford Ethanol Partners, L.P. is seeking an Electrical Instrumentation Technician to maintain electrical and instrumentation systems across the plant. You will troubleshoot PLC/DCS controls, install instrumentation, and ensure safe, efficient production by responding to changing plant conditions.

The role requires hands-on experience with electrical maintenance, motors, VFDs, and control panels, plus strong problem-solving, teamwork, and ability to lift up to 60 lbs in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong electrical and instrumentation knowledge.
• Experience with PLC/DCS programming and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems such as Maximo.

Responsibilities

• Maintain instrumentation and electrical systems across the plant.
• Repair and troubleshoot motors, starters, VFDs, wiring, and panels.
• Program PLC/DCS and monitor control systems.
• Inspect for malfunctions using meters, gauges, alarms, and signals.
• Calibrate and adjust instruments to control process variables.
• Lift up to 60 lbs and work in confined spaces when needed.

Skills

Electrical experience

PLC/DCS knowledge

Maximo CMMS

Reading drawings

Welding (Arc/MIG)

Mechanical background

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

DeltaV

Fieldbus networks

Devicenet

Job description

Electrical Instrumentation Technician

Job Summary:

In this position, Technician will report to the Maintenance Manager and will be assigned to perform maintenance which includes areas of expertise in electrical maintenance and installation, instrumentation, controls, PLC/DCS programming and troubleshooting. Your primary goal is to ensure safe and efficient production by responding to changing conditions in a timely manner.

Essential Functions include but are not limited to:

• Working in all areas of the plant
• Instrumentation and Electrical repair and troubleshooting
• Electrical Repairs: Motors, Motor Starters, VFD, Running Conduit and Wire Pulling
• Troubleshooting and repair of PLC/DCS systems and Plant Steam Boiler Control Systems
• Programming of PLC/DCS systems
• 60-70% of the technician position is conducting instrument/electrical repairs and installations
• Moves, sets, calibrates, as needed, instrument/electrical controls such as - flow control valves, limit switches, auto levers, and index arms, on control panels to control process variables such as: flows, temperatures, pressures, vacuum, time, and chemicals, by automatic regulation and remote control of processing units such as: heaters, coolers, thermal oxidizer, compressors, exchangers, and other units
• Determines malfunctioning units by observing control instruments, such as meters and gauges or by automatic warning signals, such as alarms and lights
• Inspects/troubleshoots equipment to determine location and nature of malfunction such as leaks, breakages and faulty communication cables, determining what repair and maintenance of equipment is needed
• Monitors units to verify safe and efficient operating conditions
• Keeps equipment clean and lubricated

Qualifications:

• Excellent written, verbal and personal skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to work well with others and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to work with Maximo the maintenance CMMS system.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Familiarity with industrial equipment operations and care
• Experience with Arc and MIG welding
• Mechanical background with bearing changes, pumps, conveyors, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge in the areas of planning, organizing, interpersonal communications
• Strong Electrical Experience required
• PLC/DCS knowledge
• Knowledge of Hart, Field Buss, Aussie, Devise Net, Delta V Communication Systems, Allen Bradley PLC Control Systems.
• Ability to read and update electrical and device net online drawings
• Understanding of discrete and analog systems
• Pneumatic & Hydraulic Experience strongly preferred Interested applicants

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Must be able to manage confined space entry, climb ladders and steps, lift up to 60 lbs. and work at heights.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
• The employee is regularly exposed to dusty conditions.
• The employee is regularly exposed to high noise environments.
• The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather in all conditions.
• The employee will regularly be exposed to chemicals used in the process.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. These requirements are to be used as a guideline. Other duties may be assigned as deemed by management.