Instrument Maintenance Technician

Lubrizol Corporation; Wickliffe (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans

401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave

Flexible work environment

Learning and development opportunities

Career and professional growth

Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement

Job summary

Lubrizol Corporation is seeking an Instrument Maintenance Technician to ensure operational excellence at our Wickliffe, Ohio facility. This full-time, on-site position involves providing first-line support for site instrumentation and controls, maintaining safety standards, and collaborating with a diverse team. Required qualifications include a high school diploma and experience in instrumentation installation and troubleshooting. Preferred candidates will have proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP, along with vocational certificates in instrumentation. A competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in installation, calibration, and troubleshooting of instrumentation.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics is essential.
• Strong organizational, math, and computer skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain site instrumentation and pneumatic/electrical devices.
• Perform calibration, testing, and adjustments for instrumentation.
• Complete all required documentation including digital work orders.

Skills

Instrumentation installation and troubleshooting

Reading electrical drawings

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher in instrumentation-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP (S/4 HANA)

Job description

Instrument Maintenance Technician

Shift: 1st Shift

Job Type: Full Time / On‑Site

How You’ll Make an Impact

As an Instrument Maintenance Craftsperson, you’ll be at the forefront of keeping operations running safely and reliably by providing first‑line support to site instrumentation and controls. You will contribute to maintaining high standards of safety, product quality, and operational excellence while working with a diverse and collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Review job packages to ensure work can be executed safely and per specifications.
• Obtain work permits and conduct required walkdowns with Operations.
• Follow job plans and maintenance work processes to complete assignments.
• Install, repair, troubleshoot, and maintain site instrumentation and pneumatic/electrical devices.
• Perform calibration, testing, adjustments, and documentation for instrumentation and ISO equipment.
• Conduct loop checks, identify operational variances, and update drawings as needed.
• Analyze root causes of issues and provide feedback to improve job plans and reliability.
• Complete all required documentation including digital work orders, calibration records, and SAP entries.
• Operate mobile equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, and utility carts.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in installation, calibration, and troubleshooting of instrumentation.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Strong organizational, math, and computer skills.
• Effective written, verbal, and listening communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a chemical plant.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SAP (S/4 HANA).
• Vocational/technical certificates relevant to instrumentation.
• Associate degree or higher in an instrumentation‑related field.

This role involves working in a plant environment, including exposure to inclement weather, confined spaces, heights, noise, and chemical odors. You may be required to work overtime, holidays, and participate in a rotational call‑in schedule. Physical activities include climbing ladders and stairways, prolonged standing/walking, and lifting up to 100 pounds. Use of required PPE, including hearing protection and respirators (clean‑shaven policy applies), is mandatory.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance‑based bonus plans.
• 401(k) match + Age‑Weighted Defined Contribution.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave.
• Flexible work environment.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Career and professional growth.
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement.