Instrumentation & Controls Technician

Total Energies; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Energies seeks an Instrument Technician to install, maintain, calibrate and test industrial instruments at our USA plant. You will troubleshoot telemetry and PLC systems and perform preventative maintenance on metering controls, while reading wiring diagrams and technical drawings.

You will also document work, train junior staff, and ensure safety compliance as part of a broader energy transition effort. The role requires flexibility for overtime and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent.
• Basic mechanical skills advantageous.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to comply with safety regulations and work flexibly.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, calibrate and test a wide variety of industrial instruments that record, indicate, control and regulate level, flow, pressure, temperature, position, and water analysis.
• Troubleshoot process controller hardware and maintain a functional knowledge of the operation of the telemetry system hardware and software.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections of all metering control instruments, diagnosing existing or potential trouble; clean, lubricate, calibrate, and adjust as conditions indicate.
• Install and place into service new metering, controlling and recording devices, calibrating as required; may extend or connect related electrical circuits.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and specifications in making installations or performing major repair work.
• May make estimates of labor, materials, and supplies as necessary for the performance of specific assignments.
• Keep records; make verbal and written reports of work performed.
• Troubleshoot telemetry and PLC software and hardware, make recommendations and perform software changes, maintain documentation of changes to the software and hardware.
• May direct the work of others on specific projects, and coach and train less-experienced instrument Technicians and others on the procedures of the work.
• Perform the repairs and testing work requiring higher-level knowledge, skills, and abilities, and serve as a technical resource to others.
• HSE responsibilities include - Understanding, supporting, and compliance with all site policies, procedures and applicable regulations; conducting applicable safety activities, including inspections and audits as assigned; completion of assigned HSE action items; and completion of regulatory and other required training.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Responsible for complying with all applicable laws and regulations.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Good communication skills

Basic math and computer skills

Safety compliance

Overtime/shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Total Energies seeks an Instrument Technician to install, maintain, calibrate and test industrial instruments at our USA plant. You will troubleshoot telemetry and PLC systems and perform preventative maintenance on metering controls, while reading wiring diagrams and technical drawings.

You will also document work, train junior staff, and ensure safety compliance as part of a broader energy transition effort. The role requires flexibility for overtime and weekend shifts.