Instrumentation Technician

drive for MPC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Company LP's St Paul Park Refinery seeks an Instrumentation Technician to calibrate, maintain, and repair process instruments and control systems. The role runs Monday-Thursday, 6:30 am–5:00 pm with overtime as needed, supporting outages and plant startups.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree or certification in instrumentation, strong Excel/Word skills, and hands-on experience with DCS, PLCs, Honeywell, and Rosemount transmitters, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or certification in instrumentation preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of DCS, PLCs, Honeywell and Rosemount transmitters.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, maintain, and repair plant instruments and control systems.
• Run diagnostics and troubleshoot instrumentation and control systems.
• Document work in CMMS and support outages and startups.

Skills

Instrumentation

Calibration

PLC troubleshooting

Education

Instrumentation degree

Tools

Honeywell TDC3000

Rosemount transmitters

Fisher valves

Job description

## Instrumentation TechnicianApply: St Paul Park, Minnesota: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 23, 2026 (14 days left to apply): 00024281# **An exciting career awaits you**At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.**POSITION OVERVIEW**:The St. Paul Park Refinery has a full-time opening for a salaried, non-exempt Instrumentation Technician. This position will calibrate, maintain, and repair all instruments and control systems within the St. Paul Park Refinery location. The Instrumentation Technician works Monday - Thursday, 6:30 am - 5:00 pm with overtime as needed.**JOB DUTIES:*** Perform preventative maintenance on plant instrumentation.* Run diagnostic programs and troubleshoot process instrumentation and Honeywell TDC3000 and Honeywell Experion.* Maintain and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).* Maintain all electronic, pneumatic, and mechanical controls on refinery equipment.* Sustain and repair process and environmental analyzers.* Provide startup assistance and project work, as necessary, for unit outages and construction projects.* Utilize a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to document work order closure and improve historical records and reliability.**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:*** Associates degree or certification in instrumentation, industrial control/automation, or related technical discipline preferred.* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.* Strong interpersonal skills to support team philosophy and strategy.* Knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot Distributed Control Systems, PLC’s, Honeywell, and Rosemount transmitters.* Working knowledge of Fisher control valves, 4-20 mA, DE protocol, HART protocol, and electro-pneumatic control loops.* Willingness to work outside in various weather conditions.* Ability to work overtime, work after hour callouts, and occasional plant shutdowns/startups.* Foster a positive attitude, willingness to collaborate, and team with others to accomplish work efficiently and to high quality standards.* A valid driver's license is required.**DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:*** Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an industrial setting.* CCST Certification.* Experience working with Oracle and Meridium software.* Experience with ABB & Amtek CEM Analyzers and Calibration.* Ability to interpret engineering drawings including wiring diagrams, loop drawings, P&IDs, and PFDs.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:*** Physically able to perform all duties required which may involve (among others): bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing ladders, lifting and carrying loads up to 50 lbs.* Ability to climb to heights of 200 ft or greater above grade and work effectively.As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.Location:St Paul Park, MinnesotaJob Requisition ID:00024281Pay Min/Max:$70,400.00 - $121,200.00 SalaryGrade:N6 - N7Location Address:301 Saint Paul Park RdAdditional locations:Education:Employee Group:Full timeEmployee Subgroup:RegularMarathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [e-mail]. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at mympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program. Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / DisabilityWe will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.