Instrumentation Technician – Process Controls & Maintenance

OC2 Occidental Chemical Corporation; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OxyChem seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician in Louisiana to maintain plant instrumentation and electrical systems. You will troubleshoot, repair, and prevent failures to support safe, reliable operations. The role requires knowledge of loop drawings, schematics, ladder logic, P&ID, and strong safety performance.

This position requires overtime, weekends, and a valid driver's license. A High School diploma or GED is required, with an Associate's degree in Instrumentation or Electrical

Qualifications

• Proficient in troubleshooting using loop drawings, schematics, ladder logic, electrical one-line, and P&ID diagrams.
• Five years of instrumentation/electrical maintenance experience or two years with an Associate's degree.
• NCCER certification proof prior to employment (Instrumentation preferred).
• Overtime/weekends/holidays possible. Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to read/write/communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of employees and communities.
• Install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventive maintenance on plant instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Diagnose minor problems and implement corrective action.
• Consult with equipment vendors on issues for resolution.
• Set up and operate shop tools and testing equipment for installation or maintenance.
• Conduct evaluation tests on valves, motors, instruments, etc.
• Troubleshoot 120 V AC controls, 480 V motors and switch gear.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical maintenance

Teamwork

Communication

Safety focus

Education

High School Education or GED

Associate's degree in Instrumentation or Electrical Technology

Tools

Loop drawings

Schematics

Ladder logic

P&ID drawings

Electrical one-line diagrams

Job description

OxyChem seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician in Louisiana to maintain plant instrumentation and electrical systems. You will troubleshoot, repair, and prevent failures to support safe, reliable operations. The role requires knowledge of loop drawings, schematics, ladder logic, P&ID, and strong safety performance.

This position requires overtime, weekends, and a valid driver's license. A High School diploma or GED is required, with an Associate's degree in Instrumentation or Electrical