OxyChem Instrument Technician

CEU Carbon Engineering ULC; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CEU Carbon Engineering ULC is seeking an experienced Instrument Technician for its Pasadena, TX facility. The role involves maintaining safety standards, installing and repairing plant instrumentation, and supporting process safety initiatives.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED with extensive maintenance experience. The ideal applicant must possess NCCER certification and demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft applications.

Qualifications

• Five years process instrumentation/electrical maintenance experience or two years with associate’s degree.
• Proficient in troubleshooting using various drawings and schematics.
• NCCER (Instrumentation) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain environmental protection and employee safety.
• Install and maintain plant instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Conduct evaluation tests on devices and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Process instrumentation maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication skills

Education

High School Education or GED

Associate’s degree in Instrumentation or Electrical Technology

Tools

SAP

Test and measuring equipment

Job description

Instrument Technician – Pasadena, TX

OxyChem is a leading producer of essential chemistry serving multiple industries. We are looking for an experienced and self‑motivated individual to fill the Instrument Technician position in our Pasadena PVC facility.

Responsibilities

• Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of employees, customers, and the communities.
• Support Process Safety and Risk Management goals and objectives; participate in site‑wide Process Safety and Risk Reduction activities.
• Install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on all plant instrumentation, control systems, analyzers, and electrical equipment.
• Diagnose problems promptly, take ownership to identify corrective action, and consult with equipment vendors as necessary.
• Set up and operate shop tools and specialized test and measuring equipment.
• Conduct evaluation tests on valves, motors, instruments, etc.; proficient in troubleshooting 120‑V AC controls.
• Research specifications for materials, testing, and repair of instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of regulatory PSM equipment in accordance with site procedures.
• Work in groups to complete complex tasks, including problem solving, implementation, and process improvement.
• Participate in plant‑wide training to support quality and safety needs, including ISO, OSHA VPP, and Responsible Care.

Qualifications

• High School Education or GED required.
• Five (5) years process instrumentation/electrical maintenance experience in industry OR two (2) years maintenance experience in industry with an associate’s degree in Instrumentation or Electrical Technology.
• Proficient in utilizing loop drawing, schematics, ladder logic, electrical one‑line, and P&I drawings for troubleshooting process issues.
• Knowledgeable in maintaining control loops, electronic controls, valves, and transmitters.
• Must possess NCCER (Instrumentation) certification prior to employment.
• High proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and a good working knowledge of SAP.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to read, speak, and write English.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Additional Requirements

• Able to lift 40 lbs, climb ladders and stairs; walking, bending, stooping required.
• Must wear personal protective equipment, including respirator usage.
• Must respond to visual and audible alarms.
• Must be able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed to maintain a 24/7 operating plant.
• Must utilize and operate iPad.