Instrumentation Technician Job

The Arkema Group; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkema Group in Mobile, AL is seeking an Instrumentation Technician reporting to the Shift Leader. You will interact with IEC craft workers, perform maintenance tasks, calibrations, and safety checks in a chemical manufacturing facility with inherent risks.

Responsibilities include coordinating with external I&E contractors, maintaining safety compliance, and supporting plant operations. A strong background in instrumentation and electrical systems is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Technical certification in industrial electrical/instrument/control/HVAC.
• Annual OSHA-approved CPR training.
• Minimum 5 years related experience and/or 2 years of college/trade school.
• Proficiency with Word, Access and Excel.
• Plant-specific software CMMS/PI or similar.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, troubleshoot and maintain instrument/electrical systems.
• Perform safety-related tasks and participate in safety meetings.
• Support external I&E contract resources and coordinate with planners.
• Maintain clean, safe work environment per HSE procedures.
• Participate in after-hours on-call as needed.

Skills

MS Office

PI/CMMS

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Driving skills

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical certification in industrial electrical/instrument/control/HVAC

OSHA CPR training

5+ years related experience or 2 years college/trade school

Tools

CMMS

PI (or similar)

Job description

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The Instrumentation Technician, reporting to the Shift Leader, will interact with all other trade, production engineering and scheduling groups to accomplish job duties. The Technician will comply with all HSEQ policies, regulations, and requirements as well as the Arkema rules/policies/procedures. The incumbent understands and executes Emergency Response procedures to mitigate unplanned events in the process and reports all near misses, accidents or incidents to the supervisor. The position is located in a Chemical manufacturing facility with all the inherent risks. Activities may include:

• Participates as a member of the I nstrument, E lectrical, and C ontrols (IEC) craft workers group.
  • Participates in daily maintenance execution meeting and “Safety Toolbox” discussion.
  • Completes assigned work order tasks outlined in the IEC craft schedule.
  • Supports and performs assigned instrument and electrical tasks as required.
  • Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with HSE procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical materials and publications
• External I&E contract services.
  • Assists Planner/Scheduler with coordinating external I&E contract resources as needed (APCO, Fenwal, Alabama Scale, Emerson-Rosemount, etc.).
  • Supports external controls contract service personnel as required while performing tasks on site.
• Responsible for day-to-day calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of the following instrument and electrical systems.
  • Pressure, flow, level, temperature, and PH instrumentation.
  • Environmental monitoring systems such as the thermal oxidizer, opacity monitors, and flares.
  • Packaging equipment
  • Wireless telemetry system
  • Electrical transmission and distribution systems including 12.5 kV line, switches, gangswitches, transformers, switchgear, and motor control centers (MCCs).
  • Complete Safety Critical PMs assigned to monitor compliance, troubleshoot malfunctions for cause and correction.
• Safety Support
  • Job Hazards Analysis
  • Incident Investigations
  • Job Task Audits
  • Equipment Audits
  • Action items resulting from Incidents
• Participate in On-call for afterhours support for Plant as needed.

The successful candidate will have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a technical certification in either industrial electrical/instrument/control/HVAC systems.
• Must have annual OSHA-approved CPR training.
• Minimum 5-years related experience and/or 2-years of college/trade school in addition to High School Diploma.
• Proficiencywith standard Microsoft Office products (Word, Access, Excel).
• Proficiencyof plant specific software (CMMS, PI or similar).
• Successful completion of aptitude and skills assessment, troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work well with other departments critical; must be self-motivated and able to work well in a team environment.
• Good oral, written and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license with proficient driving skills and an acceptable driving record.
• Self-motivation and ability to perform multiple tasks at once with minimum supervision

Who we are?

Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.

We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 20,700 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.1 billion, of which 3.1% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges

we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

Changing the world requires the right formula.

The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together.

What are you made of?

The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States

however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire. Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.

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