I&E Technician

Afton Chemical; Westlake (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Calca Solutions in Lake Charles, LA seeks an Instrument and Electrical Technician to maintain and repair electrical and instrumentation systems, troubleshoot issues, and support reliability initiatives.

You will perform routine maintenance, inspections, document activities, and stay current with industry best practices while ensuring safety and environmental compliance.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; trade school or technical degree is a plus.
• Proven experience as an Instrument and Electrical Technician.
• Knowledge of electrical and instrumentation systems including PLCs, DCS, and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, blueprints, and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance on electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and instrumentation malfunctions.
• Perform scheduled inspections to prevent breakdowns.
• Collaborate with maintenance team to improve equipment performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Document maintenance and repair activities for records.
• Stay current on industry best practices through training.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests as needed.

Skills

Electrical systems

Instrumentation systems

PLC/DCS knowledge

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; trade school/tech degree a plus

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Location – US – TX – Calca Solutions – Lake Charles, LA

Overview

As an Instrument and Electrical Technician at Calca Solutions, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our electrical and instrumentation systems. Your responsibilities will include performing maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and making repairs to keep our operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance on electrical and instrumentation systems
• Diagnose and repair electrical and instrumentation malfunctions promptly and efficiently
• Perform scheduled inspections to identify potential issues and prevent breakdowns
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to enhance equipment performance
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations
• Document maintenance and repair activities for record-keeping
• Stay current on industry best practices through training and professional development
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests as required

Education & Experience

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; trade school or technical degree is a plus
• Proven experience as an Instrument and Electrical Technician
• Strong knowledge of electrical and instrumentation systems, including PLCs, DCS, and control systems
• Proficiency in using electrical and instrumentation tools and equipment
• Must be knowledgeable in MS Word and Excel
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to safety protocols

Quality Responsibility

• Maintenance of ISO 9000 certifications for the businesses by complying with processes, procedures and instructions for all activities in which the role participates

Safety Responsibility

Knowledgeable and complies with all pertinent safety policies, rules and regulations

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Physical Demands

Stand

F (Frequently)

Walk

F (Frequently)

Sit

F (Frequently)

F (Frequently)

F (Frequently)

Reach Above Shoulder

F (Frequently)

Climb

F (Frequently)

F (Frequently)

Squat or Kneel

F (Frequently)

F (Frequently)

10 lbs or less

F (Frequently)

11-20 lbs

F (Frequently)

21-50 lbs

O (Occasionally)

51-100 lbs

N (Not Applicable)

Over 100 lbs

N (Not Applicable)

Push/Pull

12 lbs or less

F (Frequently)

13-25 lbs

F (Frequently)

26-40 lbs

O (Occasionally)

41-100 lbs

O (Occasionally)

N (Not Applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally)

Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently)

Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly)

Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Both in a shop environment as well as outdoors exposed to the elements.

Working at Calca Solutions

Who We Are – We are a diverse, global family of individuals, who share a passion for developing innovative solutions.We build our professional relationships with respect, integrity and a commitment to safety and quality. Just as these values apply to our professional relationships, they also apply to the way we feel about our neighbors and communities.

Benefits / Compensation – We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages that reflect our commitment to our employees.Our employees are our most treasured asset, and we have dedicated resources that allow us to reward our employees for their commitment on an ongoing basis - ensuring our compensation packages are competitive in the industry.

An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Travel Required

No .

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