Instrument Mechanic

Marathon Petroleum Corporation • Detroit, MI

2d • $51 • Onsite

About The Position

At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment. POSITION SUMMARY: The Marathon Detroit Michigan Refinery has open positions for Instrument Technicians.

Requirements

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have at least one of the following: Associate degree or equivalent in science (specialization in Electronics or Instrumentation), possess an appropriate certificate from a recognized technical school or association, or possess a higher degree in a related Engineering Program, or have at least 2 years work experience in an equivalent role.
• Must have strong computer skills.
• Must be able to physically wear appropriate PPE and perform job and which includes be able to climb vertical ladders, lift 50 pounds and be able to work outside in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to pass both a written test and a hands-on skill demonstration test.

Nice To Haves

• Three to five years relevant work experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with handheld communicators and using laptops to communicate with smart instruments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair refinery field instrumentation such as but not limited to , meters, transmitters, transducers, switches, solenoids, relays, control valves, regulators, actuators, positioners).
• Maintain and repair instrument-related equipment across process units and maintenance areas.
• Service and troubleshoot both electronic and pneumatic instruments; perform routine tests and measurements to verify accuracy and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and repair control and monitoring systems including Distributed Control Systems (DCS), PLCs, vibration monitoring systems, and other specialty instrumentation.
• Interpret and use drawings and documentation (P&IDs, loop drawings, logic diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and procedures) to diagnose issues and perform corrective work.
• Calibrate instrumentation per specifications; upload and download field instrumentation configuration/diagnostic data as required.
• Perform maintenance in accordance with established written procedures and applicable codes/standards; identify opportunities to improve/revise work procedures and documentation.
• Document work performed accurately and timely (e.g., work orders, calibration sheets/test forms, condition reports, maintenance logs, and service history).
• Communicate significant safety and equipment issues promptly to supervision and relevant stakeholders; support a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Callouts, overtime, and off-shift work are required to support safe, reliable refinery operations.
• Participate in safety meetings/toolbox talks and execute work in accordance with site/MPC Health, Safety & Environmental requirements and applicable standards.

Benefits

• $50.97/hour with scheduled annual increases per Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Company sponsored annual bonus with target of 6% of eligible annual wages
• 401k with company match up to 7%
• Central States Pension Plan
• Paid vacation, sick and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Education reimbursement
• Health/Dental/Vision available after 30 days with no monthly employee contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees