Instrumentation & Electrician Technician – Ethanol Plant

Valero Energy; Hartley (IA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

Valero Energy is seeking an Instrumentation & Electrician Technician for our ethanol plant. The role focuses on repair and preventive maintenance of plant equipment to ensure maximum production quality and quantity, while adhering to health, safety, and environmental standards.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with at least two years in electrical or instrumentation maintenance or an associate's degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED and minimum two years of electrical or instrumentation maintenance experience or associate's degree in a related field.
• On-site and in-person work required.
• Journeyman license and ISA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain plant equipment to maximize production quantity and quality.
• Perform preventive maintenance and respond to scheduled or emergency work orders.
• Follow safety programs and participate in lock-out/tag-out and safe work permit processes.
• Collaborate with operations, shipping/receiving, engineering, and contractors to plan and complete work.
• Assist with new installations and project work as needed.
• Monitor equipment reliability and support plant turnarounds and maintenance programs.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Instrumentation maintenance

PLC/DCS troubleshooting

On-site work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or higher in related field

Journeyman license

ISA certification

Tools

PLC/DCS troubleshooting

Job description

Job Description - Instrumentation & Electrician Technician – Ethanol Plant (2600195)

Job Description

Valero is the best‑in‑class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community.

Responsibilities

As an Instrumentation & Electrician Technician you will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of the plant equipment, to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.

• Participate in plant maintenance program.
• Repair or replace plant equipment or systems on a scheduled or emergency basis.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities as required.
• Participate in safe work permit and lock‑out tag‑out programs.
• Interact directly with operations and shipping & receiving departments to ensure scheduled work can be completed.
• Assist with diagnosing and troubleshooting maintenance related issues.
• Assist with new installations and other projects, as requested by the supervisor.
• Monitor reliability of equipment.
• Work with engineering department and external contractors to plan and implement installation of new equipment or systems.
• Know and understand city, county, state, and federal regulations relating to maintenance and plant equipment, and work in a safe manner to ensure that these regulations are met at all times.
• Work a schedule that occasionally requires overtime or call‑in as required.
• Participate in plant turnarounds.
• Participate in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.
• Participate in Health, Safety and Environmental programs.
• Assist Corporate Network / IT department as needed.
• Complete work orders as assigned.

This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in electrical or instrumentation maintenance and repair or associate's degree (or higher) in a related field required.
• Able and willing to work on‑site and in‑person, required.

Preferred Requirements

• Journeyman license preferred.
• ISA certification preferred.
• Programmable logic controller / Distributed control system (PLC/DCS) troubleshooting/programming experience preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program
• 100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, plus additional discretionary 3% annual company contribution
• Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Programs

Benefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee’s eligibility and work location.

Valero’s pre‑employment process includes successful completion of a background check and pre‑employment drug screen.

Valero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Job

Operations/Skilled Crafts & Trades/Maintenance