Electronics Instrumentation Technician

Advantage Technical; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Advantage Technical is seeking a highly skilled Electrical/Instrumentation Technician to support critical process control systems at our Reno facility. You will maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot DCS/PLC hardware, perform preventive maintenance, and document repairs in SAP to ensure 24/7 operation.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting high/medium voltage equipment, commissioning instrumentation, and supporting safety/compliance initiatives while collaborating with engineering and

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology or related field.
• 3+ years of medium to high voltage experience in industrial settings.
• Level II NETA certification or Journeyman Electrician License.
• Instrumentation experience with TREX systems, meters and pumps.
• Proficiency with troubleshooting PLCs (Triconex, AB, Modicon) and DCS (Honeywell, DeltaV, Yokogawa).
• Experience with Siemens Gas Chromatographs and Yokogawa Gas Analyzers.
• Electrical fault diagnosis in circuits and switchgear for AC/DC systems.
• Experience with VFDs and related controls.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot DCS/PLC hardware to ensure 24/7 operation.
• Calibrate process and environmental instruments; perform preventive maintenance.
• Document repairs and parts procurement in SAP clearly and compliantly.
• Support safety procedures and participate in PH/PSR reviews as required.
• Provide 24-hour on-call support for control systems during outages.
• Assist in FAT/SAT testing after installations or upgrades.
• Troubleshoot control system components including valves and transmitters.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations on project goals.

Skills

Instrumentation troubleshooting

PLC control systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Preventive maintenance

Education

Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology

Level II NETA certification

Journeyman Electrician License

Tools

TREX diagnostic tools

Meters and pumps diagnostics

PLCs programming tools (Triconex, Allen Bradley, Modicon)

Job description

Position Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 (Depending on Experience) + OT + Bonus

Position Schedule: 9/80 Schedule

Responsibilities

• Apply your proficiency in instrumentation, electrical systems, and control technologies to maintain and troubleshoot a wide range of analytical and control equipment vital to our operations.
• Proactive approach to identifying challenges, delivering timely solutions, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that uphold our commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and calibration on process and environmental analyzers, ensuring 24/7 operational readiness.
• Accurately document all repairs, parts procurement, and maintenance activities within SAP, maintaining clear and compliant records.
• Assist in the development and continuous improvement of facility safety procedures and operational policies to enhance workplace safety and productivity.
• Engage in Process Hazard Reviews (PHRs) and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs) as part of safety compliance efforts.
• Provide reliable, around-the-clock analytical system support during plant upsets and outages to minimize downtime.
• Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT) to validate system performance after installations or upgrades.
• Conduct regular preventive maintenance (daily, weekly, monthly, yearly) on Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) to safeguard system integrity and reliability.
• Install and upgrade hardware related to control system modifications and expansions, ensuring seamless integration.
• Support instrument control loop commissioning activities and collaborate with contractors to verify correct installations and functionality.
• Troubleshoot and repair control system hardware, including analog and digital electronic card modules.
• Offer technical support to instrumentation and electrical teams to resolve complex instrumentation problems.
• Provide 24-hour on-call support for control systems during operational disruptions and emergency situations.
• Repair, calibrate, and maintain flow, pressure, level, temperature, and differential pressure transmitters with precision.
• Adjust and tune various process control instruments and controllers to maintain optimal operation.
• Install and remove both field-mounted and panel-mounted instrumentation and devices, maintaining adherence to safety standards.
• Manage pneumatic and digital valve controller (DVC) actuated control valves including pulling, repairing, and calibration.
• Set and verify the operation of pressure, temperature, flow, and level switches and associated monitoring equipment.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on a diverse range of process instruments, including but not limited to dry additive feeders.
• Adhere strictly to all health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies in daily activities.
• Handle installation, removal, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical equipment, including systems up to 138kV.
• Install electrical infrastructure such as conduit, wiring, supports, and associated hardware to meet operational needs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on medium voltage equipment including 480-volt motor starters, motors up to 8000 HP, UPS systems and batteries, variable speed drives (AC/DC), and electrical motors ensuring minimum downtime.
• Support minor electrical projects, working collaboratively with engineering and operations teams to accomplish project goals efficiently and safely.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology or similar related background
• 3+ years of medium to high voltage experience in an industrial or heavy commercial setting with one of the following:
• Level II NETA or higher or equivalent certification; Journeyman Electrician License
• Instrumentation experience using diagnostic and calibration tools such as TREX systems, various meters, and pumps is preferred.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and installing complex control valves and coriolis flow meters.
• Controls expertise in programming and troubleshooting PLCs (Triconex, Allen Bradley, Modicon) and Distributed Control Systems (Honeywell, DeltaV, Yokogawa).
• Hands-on knowledge of Siemens Gas Chromatographs, Yokogawa Gas Analyzers, sample systems, and detection systems for oxygen and hydrocarbons.
• Electrical skills in diagnosing and locating faults within circuits, components, and equipment, alongside motor starter and switch gear troubleshooting for both AC and DC systems.
• Experience programming and troubleshooting Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), enhancing system performance and reliability.