Industrial Instrumentation Technician | PLC/DCS Pro

Advansix; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

AdvanSix is seeking an Instrumentation Technician to install, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation systems across our chemical plant operations. You will work on PLC/DCS control systems, sensors, and safety interlocks, supporting 24/7 plant operations.

The role requires an Associate degree in Instrumentation or two years of related experience in a chemical plant or refinery environment, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work in an industrial setting with safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Instrumentation.
• 2 years of experience in Instrumentation and Controls installation, troubleshooting, and repair in a Chemical Plant, Refinery, or similar Industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation systems (PLC/DCS, sensors, valves).
• Perform calibrations and preventive maintenance for instrumentation equipment.
• Update maintenance documentation and provide daily support to plant operations (24/7).
• Read manuals, schematics, and P&ID’s; communicate with planners and procurement for parts.

Skills

Strong problem solving

Troubleshooting

Industrial field experience

Education

Associates Degree in Instrumentation

Tools

PLCs

DCS

Job description

AdvanSix is seeking an Instrumentation Technician to install, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation systems across our chemical plant operations. You will work on PLC/DCS control systems, sensors, and safety interlocks, supporting 24/7 plant operations.

The role requires an Associate degree in Instrumentation or two years of related experience in a chemical plant or refinery environment, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work in an industrial setting with safety protocols.