Field Analyzer & Instrumentation Technician

LyondellBasell Industries; Louisiana, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LyondellBasell is seeking a skilled Analyzer Technician to support advanced analytical systems in Westlake, LA. The role involves troubleshooting and maintenance of analyzer components across multiple units, with overtime and on-call responsibilities as needed.

The ideal candidate will have an instrumentation or analyzer-focused education, hands-on experience with process instrumentation, and familiarity with MODBUS/OPC networking.

Qualifications

• Minimum education as listed: associate degree or equivalent in instrumentation or analyzer discipline.
• Experience with analyzer systems or industrial instrumentation preferred.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, overtime and on-call as required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in health, safety, and environmental policies in the plant.
• Follows safety regulations and operates the plant safely.
• Learns process hazards and uses required safety equipment.
• Leads in identifying issues in analytical systems and process abnormalities.
• Provides technical assistance to production and engineering on analyzers and instrumentation.
• Uses SAP, Excel, Word, and related software daily.
• Assists in developing and reviewing work processes and procedures.
• Manages time and work requirements ethically.
• Maintains training compliance with PSM requirements.
• Initiates SAP notifications for repairs on analyzer equipment.
• Reads and interprets technical docs, diagrams, and loop sheets.
• Performs installation, repair, and calibration of analyzer systems safely.
• Can lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Works in outdoor industrial environments and changing climates.

Skills

Process instrumentation

Analyzer systems

Networking (MODBUS/OPC)

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate’s Degree in Industrial Instrumentation or Analyzer discipline

Certification or apprenticeship in Industrial Instrumentation or Analyzer discipline

Tools

SAP

Excel

Word

Job description

LyondellBasell is seeking a skilled Analyzer Technician to support advanced analytical systems in Westlake, LA. The role involves troubleshooting and maintenance of analyzer components across multiple units, with overtime and on-call responsibilities as needed.

The ideal candidate will have an instrumentation or analyzer-focused education, hands-on experience with process instrumentation, and familiarity with MODBUS/OPC networking.