Instrument / Electrician Technician

Calumet, Inc.; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Calumet, Inc. in Great Falls, Montana is seeking an Instrument Electrical Technician to join the maintenance team. You will install and maintain instrumentation across the refinery, in a union shop with a four‑10 hour workweek.

The role requires strong knowledge of instrumentation, DCS systems, and field calibration. A safety‑minded professional with teamwork and communication skills will thrive in this environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years in heavy industrial instrument tasks or 4+ years with basic instrument duties.
• Knowledge of instrumentation math, units and measurement dimensions.
• Experience with DCS controls and analytical monitors is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair electronic and pneumatic instrumentation.
• Read P&IDs, loop drawings, and wiring schematics to plan work.
• Calibrate transmitters and hart communications and troubleshoot control loops.
• Work safely and coordinate permits, with on-call rotations as needed.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Team player

Interpersonal communication

Calumet values: Safety, Environment, &

Education

High School diploma or GED

2-year technical degree

Tools

DCS systems (ABB Bailey)

Instrumentation test equipment

Job description

Posted Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Who are we?

At Calumet we deliver innovative specialty products trusted by companies across the globe. We are the foundation to everyday essential products that help millions of people live and thrive. We are headquartered in Indianapolis and have numerous production locations in the US. We are customer focused and utilize our values of collaboration and entrepreneurship to grow the business. We offer a dynamic, high-performance environment where team members can have real input and impact on our business. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, treat the business as if it is your own and add value accordingly, come see why we’re Calumet Proud!

PURPOSE

The Instrument Electrical Technician will be part of the Great Falls, Montana maintenance team installing and maintaining electrical, instrumentation and analytical equipment and accessories throughout the refinery. Union shop, (USW) workweek would consist of four-10 hour days.

KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and repair electronic and pneumatic instrumentation.
• Possess an advanced knowledge of instrumentation math, units, variables, and dimensions of measurement.
• Demonstrate knowledge of flow, pressure, temperature, level instrumentation, and control power systems.
• Maintain and troubleshoot various types of switches, meters, indicators, temperature sensors, positioners, controllers, control valves, and DCS loops.
• Familiar with ABB (Bailey) or similar DCS controls, analytical monitors for CEM (Continuous Stack Emissions)
• Working knowledge of control valves; MOVs
• Remove and repair; install and calibrate various transmitters and hart communication
• Rebuild and repair Smith flow meter and Accuload controllers
• Working knowledge of electrical high, mid and low voltage as well as VFD Motor Control, Soft Start, etc.
• Use test equipment and perform routine calibrations. Maintain various instrumentation loops
• Demonstrate ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop drawings, and wiring schematics.
• Plan and coordinate work following appropriate work orders, work permits, and safety instructions.
• Perform work activities in a safe and environmentally sound manner
• Periodic on call required
• Additional duties as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES

• High School diploma or GED
• 4+ years in heavy industrial/manufacturing environment performing instrument technician tasks or 2+ years heavy manufacturing instrument experience with technical instrument and/or electrical certification

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES

• 5+ years in heavy industrial environment performing instrument technician tasks
• 2 year technical degree and/or certified in all types of instrumentation and DCS systems
• Experience in analyzer equipment is a plus
• Knowledge of petrochemical plant environment
• Knowledge of industrial permitting applications (safe work, hot work, etc.)

COMPETENCIES

• Basic computer skills
• Able to work in a team environment
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstration of Calumet Values – Safety, Environment & Social Responsibility, Teamwork, Ownership, Passion for Customers, and Excellence

Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. We are an equal opportunity employer including disability and veteran and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact our HR team at [e-mail] . Requests for accommodations will not impact hiring decisions, and all information provided will be kept confidential.

All offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test