I%26E Technician

Praxair; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled I&E Technician to support and maintain instrumentation and electrical equipment. In this role, you will work within a dynamic team environment, ensuring safe operations while troubleshooting and optimizing equipment performance. Your expertise will help in creating service reports, calibrating systems, and resolving technical challenges. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, while offering a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a vital industry, this position is for you.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) with Matching

Pension Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumentation.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and electrical diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate and test instrumentation and control systems.
• Provide technical expertise and support for electrical issues.
• Assist in training and development of new employees.

Skills

Instrumentation Knowledge

Electrical Systems Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Technical Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Associates in Applied Sciences

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System

Instrument Calibration Equipment

Allen Bradley Control Logix

Job description

Job Overview:

The primary function of this position is to support and maintain the instrumentation and electrical equipment in a safe and efficient manner as described in various procedures, policies, processes, and regulatory requirements. Utilizing instrumentation and electrical knowledge, the I&E Technician works in a team environment where individuals are empowered to set priorities and complete different activities with minimal supervision.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Follow safe work permit processes, policies, and procedures.
• Provide technical expertise in consultation with engineering and reliability resources.
• Create and update accurate instrumentation-based service reports using a computerized maintenance management system.
• Calibrate, test, functionally check instrumentation, analyzers, control systems, and control elements.
• Optimize work activities related to planned and unplanned equipment outages.
• Assist in the training and development of new employees.
• Assess and resolve priority-based instrumentation and electrical issues as they arise.
• Communicate directly with OEM vendors and suppliers.
• Understand, diagnose, and correct Control Loop input-output (i.e. 4-20ma, 3-15 psi, etc.).
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and correct all electrical systems issues up to 600V.
• Knowledge of Switchgear control systems and functionally rack in-out breakers.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associates in Applied Sciences Degree or equivalent apprenticeship preferred.
• Proven experience with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and refurbishment of instrumentation.
• Previous experience in a continuous chemical operation environment.
• Motivated, self-starter capable of effectively managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Relevant computer and technical skills.
• Allen Bradley Control Logix experience.
• Ability to understand and use instrument calibration and electrical testing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret various drawings such as P&IDs, SWDs, and single line diagrams.
• Ability to be trained in the operation of mobile equipment (forklift, manlift, etc.).
• Must have the ability to understand, analyze and resolve technical problems.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Must have strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job.
• Lift 50 pounds.
• Climb stairs and ladders.
• Work in tight and closed spaces.
• Be able to wear all required personal protective equipment including respirators.

About Linde:

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies, and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet.

The company serves a variety of end markets including chemicals & refining, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, and primary metals. Linde’s industrial gases are used in countless applications, from life-saving oxygen for hospitals to high-purity & specialty gases for electronics manufacturing, hydrogen for clean fuels, and much more. Linde also delivers state-of-the-art gas processing solutions to support customer expansion, efficiency improvements, and emissions reductions.

For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.linde.com.

Benefits:

• We offer a comprehensive competitive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, health, dental, disability, life insurance, 401(k) (with matching), and pension benefits.
• At Linde, we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new thoughts and ideas, encourages growth and development, celebrates our differences, and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse, ever-increasing pool of global talent.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

Linde thanks all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Pay commensurate with experience. Open to salary range $69,079 - $101,316.

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