Instrument Mechanic - Hopewell South

AdvanSix • Hopewell, VA

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About The Position

Instrument Mechanics install, calibrate, configure, program, modify, diagnose, and repair control valves and electronic, computerized, and electromechanical equipment. They perform preventive and corrective maintenance on distributed control systems (DCS), continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS), and associated instrumentation. The role works predominantly independently and collaborates with technicians, contractors, operators, and vendors as needed. Instrument Mechanics support continuous plant operations and work a rotating shift schedule, with overtime and off-hours callout support when required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of troubleshooting experience as an instrumentation technician in an industrial or manufacturing environment, or an associate degree in Instrumentation.
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule.
• Willingness to work overtime and provide off-hours callout support when required.

Nice To Haves

• Instrumentation certification.
• 5 years of troubleshooting experience as an instrumentation technician in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Experian systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience wearing personal protective equipment, including fire-retardant clothing.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, configure, program, modify, diagnose, and repair instrumentation and control equipment.
• Perform and document maintenance, calibration, installation, fault diagnosis, and repair of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems, including transmitters, switches, analyzers, control valves, and relays.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on automated control systems (PLC/DCS) and computer workstations.
• Work with instruments such as pH, conductivity, ultrasonic, guided wave radar, mass flow, pressure transducers, RTDs, and nuclear-level instruments.
• Repair and maintain environmental and continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS).
• Use instrumentation and electrical test equipment.
• Assist with quality improvement projects and continuous improvement.
• Perform duties consistently with environmental, health, and safety policies.
• Provide daily support to plant operations to sustain 24/7 operations.
• Work overtime and provide off-hours callout support when required.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled preventive maintenance.
• Communicate with planners and order non-stock parts.
• Read and understand manuals, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Document and maintain equipment history to track reliability and inform repair or replacement decisions.
• Help maintain site instrumentation and electrical technical documentation, including equipment designs, technical drawings, loop sheets, specification sheets, and process changes.
• Learn new technologies and applications through training to advance as an Instrument Technician.

Benefits

• Industry-competitive benefits focused on employee well-being.
• Competitive compensation.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Paid vacation and paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Health savings account eligibility and flexible spending accounts.
• Disability and life insurance benefits, including employer-provided short-term disability and basic life insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development.
• Eligibility to purchase company stock.
• Potential discretionary incentive pay, equity awards, or participation in a deferred compensation plan for eligible roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED