Electrical & Instrument Technician (KUR)

GreenWood•Belle, WV

48d

About The Position

Responsibilities Support site safety, quality, and environmental initiatives by actively participating in safety teams, corrective action reviews, and continuous improvement efforts. Plan, layout, install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical wiring, conduit, control equipment, and instrumentation systems in accordance with diagrams, blueprints, and plant standards. Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and associated automation and control systems. Interpret and update electrical and instrumentation drawings, blueprints, and schematics to reflect field changes and process improvements. Test, calibrate, and maintain a wide range of process instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters and switches. Adjust, repair, and replace electrical, electronic, and pneumatic instruments, relays, and control components as needed. Complete preventive maintenance and calibration documentation accurately and maintain current records in the control database. Provide ongoing technical support to production and maintenance personnel related to process control systems and instrumentation. Serve as first-call support for process control issues; collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering to resolve control-related problems. Interface with engineering and operations teams to support process design, improvement projects, and control system modifications. Ensure compliance with all company procedures, GMP, housekeeping, safety, and environmental standards. Install, connect, and test electrical power and control circuits, panels, relays, switches, and protective devices using appropriate tools and testing equipment. Verify circuit continuity and ensure the electrical compatibility and safety of components using instruments such as ohmmeters, multimeters, and oscilloscopes. Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in safe and proper working order. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety rules and practices to maintain a strong safety culture. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent required; completion of a two-year technical degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a production or maintenance environment as an Instrumentation or Electrical Technician; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. State of WV Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent credentials (typically 8,000 hours of field experience and 700 hours of classroom training). Proficient in troubleshooting and maintaining DCS, PLC, and process control systems. Demonstrated experience with smart transmitters, HART communicators, Provox, mass and magnetic flow meters, radar level transmitters, and electronic calibration databases. Strong knowledge of electrical and instrumentation systems, including wiring practices, control loops, and power distribution. Familiar with various measurement technologies such as differential pressure, ultrasonic, radar, and float level instruments. Skilled in calibration, loop checking, and functional testing of process instrumentation. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications. Solid understanding of occupational hazards, safety precautions, and compliance standards related to electrical and instrumentation work. Demonstrated commitment to fostering and maintaining a positive safety culture. Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills with the ability to provide and receive constructive feedback. Capable of working independently under minimal supervision and supporting on-call schedules for after-hours or weekend support as required. Ability to perform mathematical calculations related to electrical and instrumentation work. Must be able to distinguish colors and pass a pulmonary fit test for use of a full-face respirator with supplied air. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required; completion of a two-year technical degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, or a related field preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a production or maintenance environment as an Instrumentation or Electrical Technician; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
State of WV Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent credentials (typically 8,000 hours of field experience and 700 hours of classroom training).
Proficient in troubleshooting and maintaining DCS, PLC, and process control systems.
Demonstrated experience with smart transmitters, HART communicators, Provox, mass and magnetic flow meters, radar level transmitters, and electronic calibration databases.
Strong knowledge of electrical and instrumentation systems, including wiring practices, control loops, and power distribution.
Familiar with various measurement technologies such as differential pressure, ultrasonic, radar, and float level instruments.
Skilled in calibration, loop checking, and functional testing of process instrumentation.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.
Solid understanding of occupational hazards, safety precautions, and compliance standards related to electrical and instrumentation work.
Demonstrated commitment to fostering and maintaining a positive safety culture.
Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills with the ability to provide and receive constructive feedback.
Capable of working independently under minimal supervision and supporting on-call schedules for after-hours or weekend support as required.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations related to electrical and instrumentation work.
Must be able to distinguish colors and pass a pulmonary fit test for use of a full-face respirator with supplied air.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Support site safety, quality, and environmental initiatives by actively participating in safety teams, corrective action reviews, and continuous improvement efforts.
Plan, layout, install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical wiring, conduit, control equipment, and instrumentation systems in accordance with diagrams, blueprints, and plant standards.
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and associated automation and control systems.
Interpret and update electrical and instrumentation drawings, blueprints, and schematics to reflect field changes and process improvements.
Test, calibrate, and maintain a wide range of process instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters and switches.
Adjust, repair, and replace electrical, electronic, and pneumatic instruments, relays, and control components as needed.
Complete preventive maintenance and calibration documentation accurately and maintain current records in the control database.
Provide ongoing technical support to production and maintenance personnel related to process control systems and instrumentation.
Serve as first-call support for process control issues; collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering to resolve control-related problems.
Interface with engineering and operations teams to support process design, improvement projects, and control system modifications.
Ensure compliance with all company procedures, GMP, housekeeping, safety, and environmental standards.
Install, connect, and test electrical power and control circuits, panels, relays, switches, and protective devices using appropriate tools and testing equipment.
Verify circuit continuity and ensure the electrical compatibility and safety of components using instruments such as ohmmeters, multimeters, and oscilloscopes.
Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in safe and proper working order.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety rules and practices to maintain a strong safety culture.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.