Instrument Field Technician

Audubon Companies•Houston, TX

About The Position

Audubon is seeking an Instrument Field Technician to join its team in an offsite office. The technician installs, calibrates, maintains, and repairs electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic equipment, including valves, transmitters, and analyzers, to support safety and efficiency in industrial plants. The role involves receiving and cataloging instruments for calibration; preparing calibration and loop files; fitting and bending process and air tubing; documenting calibration work, parts used, and inventory; testing instruments with test equipment; maintaining loop drawings; installing air and control tubing; and supporting startup according to procedures. The technician also inspects instruments for abnormal fluctuations, removes and cleans defective equipment, replaces faulty parts, wiring, and tubing, lubricates instruments, and troubleshoots equipment for efficiency. Employees are responsible for supporting Audubon Companies’ health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures by working safely, completing required HSE activities, reporting hazards and near misses, and complying with applicable regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Five years of experience in the construction industry.
Five years of experience as an Instrument Field Technician.
Must be able to obtain site and safety training certifications required for the project.
Knowledge of construction safety practices.
In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, and HSE guidelines.
Ability to read drawings, plans, and blueprints.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to communicate and report effectively.
Aptitude in math and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to read, comprehend, and carry out instructions.
Ability to work in a team environment and independently when required.
Ability to motivate, lead, teach, and train others on proper work and safety procedures.
Ability to think analytically, apply sound judgment, and solve problems.
Must pass pre-employment screening that includes background and drug testing.

Nice To Haves

Related trade school education is preferred.

Responsibilities

Receive, inventory, and catalog instruments for calibration.
Set up calibration and loop files.
Fit and bend instrument tubing, including process and air tubing.
Record calibrations performed, parts and components used, and parts inventory on hand.
Use test equipment to test the accuracy of flowmeters, pressure gauges, temperature indicators, controllers, and other recording, indicating, or controlling instruments, and locate defective components.
Maintain loop drawings and install air tubing and control tubing runs.
Work on startup following startup procedures.
Inspect meters, indicators, and gauges to detect abnormal fluctuations in process measurements.
Remove defective instruments from systems, decontaminate, disassemble, and clean them, and replace defective parts.
Lubricate instruments and replace defective wiring and tubing.
Troubleshoot equipment for efficiency.
Perform duties in a manner that protects personal and team health and safety.
Participate in required HSE training, meetings, and reporting activities.
Identify and report hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
Follow safe work practices and comply with applicable regulatory requirements.