I&E Technician Job

MedStar Health; Seabrook (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major health organization is seeking an I&E Technician to perform troubleshooting and maintenance on electrical and instrumentation equipment. This role involves ensuring maximum reliability and adhering to strict safety protocols while maintaining compliance with industry regulations. Candidates should possess at least 5 years of relevant experience and a high school diploma, ideally complemented by technical certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of field maintenance experience with electrical and instrumentation.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to read and utilize equipment drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, repairs, calibration, and installation tasks.
• Update maintenance coordinators with job status and repair documentation.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and maintenance work processes.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Motor Control Systems Knowledge

Electrical Diagrams Interpretation

Education

High school diploma

Instrument or Electrical Technical degree/certification

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

This position is in the Maintenance Department and reports directly to the I&E Manager.

The I&E Technician will interface with the appropriate maintenance and manufacturing resources to diagnose, improve, and resolve instrument and electrical maintenance activities in a safe, responsible, and environmentally sound manner. The technician will ensure that instrument and electrical equipment are repaired and maintained for maximum reliability and in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform troubleshooting, repairs, calibration, and new installation tasks for instrumentation work assigned according to daily/weekly maintenance schedule -50%.
• Perform troubleshooting, repairs, switching, isolation, and new installation tasks for electrical work assigned according to daily/weekly maintenance schedule -30%.
• Update maintenance coordinators with job status and submit repair reports and documentation to meet ISO requirements -10%.
• Report the progress of the work to the IE&A Engineer/Lead and Maintenance Coordinator -10%.

The duties of this position are conducted with the following considerations:

• Changing production requirements—quality, quantity, customer needs, and logistics.
• Equipment capabilities.
• Maintenance workforce availability and capabilities.
• Follow and adhere to the maintenance work process and repair procedures.
• Must adhere to the Arkema Electrical Safe Work Practices Policy and Guidelines for the CLO site.
• Must be available to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and after-hour callouts.
• Perform elevated work on scaffolding and aerial lifts (JLG, scissor lifts).
• Support the site HES policy and comply with all regulatory and internal requirements.
• Participate in HES activities provided by site management and Arkema (e.g., Behavioral Base Safety, SafeStart, etc.).
• Support and promote reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident, or injury incidents.
• Understand and support the Clear Lake Facility Acrylic Monomers HSEQ commitment.

MINIMUM YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Minimum 5 years of field maintenance experience with electrical and instrumentation.

EDUCATION AND AREA OF FOCUS

High school diploma.

CERTIFICATIONS/TRAININGS

Instrument or Electrical Technical degree/certification preferred.

COMPETENCIES - KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Good written and oral communication skills to interface with operations and maintenance personnel.
• Ability to follow maintenance procedures for equipment.
• Ability to read, understand, and utilize equipment drawings and P&ID's.
• Works well in teams.
• Computer skills are a plus.
• Knowledgeable in the use of hand and power tools related to electrical & instrumentation work.
• Knowledgeable in motor control systems.
• Basic knowledge of Adjustable Speed Drives construction, operation, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of Multilin 369 Motor Protective Relays.
• Skilled in interpreting electrical diagrams/schematics.
• Skilled in utilizing electrical and instrumentation diagnostic equipment.
• Skilled in motor terminology and maintenance procedures.
• Knowledgeable in dry type transformer construction, troubleshooting, and wiring.
• Knowledgeable in locating and isolating 480V ground faults on systems using ground fault location equipment.
• Knowledgeable in plant equipment grounding systems construction, testing, and maintenance.
• Knowledgeable in UPS functions, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
• Knowledgeable in troubleshooting electrical control circuitry and distribution equipment.