I&E Technician

Oxychem; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

OxyChem in Wichita, KS is seeking an experienced Instrument & Electrical Technician for its chemical manufacturing facility. You will maintain, troubleshoot, and service plant instrumentation, control systems, and analyzers while prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility.

The role requires hands-on problem solving and collaboration with operations and maintenance teams. This position involves reading loop drawings, schematics, ladder logic, and P&ID diagrams, working with 24V DC/120V

Qualifications

• High School Education or GED required.
• Minimum three (3) years technical experience.
• Ability and willingness to serve as member of Emergency Response Team.
• Proficient in troubleshooting using loop drawing, schematics, ladder logic, electrical one-line, and P&ID drawings.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• High proficiency in Microsoft applications.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
• Must possess valid driver’s license.
• Physical requirements – lift 40 lbs, climb ladders/stairs, wear PPE including respirator, respond to alarms.

Responsibilities

• Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and communities.
• Install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance on plant instrumentation equipment, control systems, and analyzers.
• Diagnose minor problems and implement corrective action; consult with vendors as needed.
• Set up and operate shop tools and test equipment used in maintenance.
• Conduct evaluation tests on valves, motors, instruments, etc.
• Troubleshoot 24V DC/120V AC controls and switch gear.
• Research specifications for materials, testing and repair of instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Operate mobile equipment such as forklifts and man-lifts as trained.

Skills

Loop drawings

Ladder logic

P&ID drawings

DC/AC controls

MS Office

English fluency

Team player

Education

High School Education or GED

Technical instrumentation degree or state instrumentation apprenticeship

Tools

SAP

Job description

At OxyChem, our chemistry makes modern life possible, and it is our people who make the difference. We are a safety-first, purpose-driven team committed to innovation, environmental responsibility, and doing things the right way. If you are ready to contribute, elevate your skills, and take ownership of your career, Oxychem offers the opportunity to make a difference every day.

OxyChem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading producer of essential chemistry with operations in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. OxyChem’s products play an essential role in everyday life, supporting critical applications in water treatment, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, personal hygiene, and residential and commercial construction. OxyChem actively participates in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program, underscoring our commitment to safety. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, OxyChem is a top three U.S. manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride, chlor-alkali and chlorinated organic chemicals, and calcium chloride. Visit oxychem.com for more information.

In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities.

We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated individual to fill the position of Instrument & Electrical Technician with the Chemical Manufacturing Facility located in Wichita, KS.

Essential Job Duties:

• Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products, as our highest priority.
• Install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance on all plant instrumentation equipment, control systems, and analyzers.
• Responsible for prompt and accurate diagnosis of minor problems and the implementation of corrective action. Consult directly with equipment vendors on problems for resolution as necessary.
• Set up and operate limited types of shop tools and specialized test, measuring equipment and hand tools utilized in any phase of machine installation or maintenance.
• Conduct evaluation tests on valves, motors, instruments, etc.
• Must be proficient in troubleshooting 24volt DC/120 volt AC controls and switch gear.
• Research specifications for materials, testing and repair of instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Trained and qualified to operate mobile equipment such as forklifts, man-lifts, etc.

Qualifications:

• High School Education or GED required.
• Minimum three (3) years technical experience.
• Ability and willingness to serve as member of Emergency Response Team.
• Must be proficient in troubleshooting using loop drawing, schematics, ladder logic, electrical one-line, and P&I drawings.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• High proficiency in Microsoft applications.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Excellent written and verbal communicatin skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
• Must possess valid driver’s license.
• Physical requirements – Must be able to lift 40 lbs, climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending, stooping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.

Additional Desired Qualifications:

• Additional chemical plant or manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Good working knowledge of SAP
• Technical degree in instrumentation from an accredited technical college or completion of an approved state apprenticeship in instrumentation.