Instrument Technician

Dow•Hahnville, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. Dow has two openings for Instrument Technicians in Hahnville, LA in the Saint Charles Operations (SCO) Hydrocarbons Products Maintenance Group (HCP Maintenance). About you and this role - What you will do in this role The Instrument Technician is responsible for executing maintenance tasks in a safe, efficient, and effective way according to Dow’s Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) and Global Maintenance Work Processes including: Provides maintenance craft specific support to plants. Maintains and repairs all types of equipment within craft knowledge and expertise. Requires broadened technical skills in analytical/scientific methods or operational processes to perform a defined array of activities. May act as an informal resource for team members with less experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and one or more of the following are required:
2 or more years of experience in Instrumentation or Industrial Maintenance.
Associates degree or higher Instrumentation or a similar technical degree.
3 or more years of relevant military experience.
Willing and able to work a 4-10 shift schedule (4 day work week, 10 hour shifts).
Willing to train and certify to become Level 1 Certified Rope Access Technician to perform jobs from ropes
Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser.)
A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Nice To Haves

5 or more years of experience in Instrumentation or Maintenance.
Proficient Knowledge of:
Basic electricity and electronics.
Pressure, Temperature, Flow, and Level Instrumentation and the different technologies used to measure them.
Able to read logic, ladder logic, electrical, loop drawings, and P&ID drawings.
Working knowledge of Industrial Electricity.
Proficient in Microsoft applications, including Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

Reviewing the job package for all necessary procedures and information to verify work can be carried out safely and according to the plan prior to execution
Obtaining, complying with, and closing of Safe Work Permits
Calibrates, tests, measures, and repairs all types of process Instrumentation and controls.
Maintains and installs controls and instrumentation that support Process Control functions.
Uses instrumentation test equipment for maintenance activities
Apply Instrument skills in executing maintenance work safely
Follow the Global Maintenance Work Processes
Assist in maintenance planning for Instrument repairs and preventive maintenance
Utilizes P&ID, loop drawings, and basic wiring diagrams in maintenance activities
Uses knowledge of computer software for maintenance activities
Uses DCS and PLC Equipment and software for troubleshooting maintenance problems
Initiates and develops, or assists in the development of job procedures
Diagnoses and corrects equipment problems.
Calibrates and aligns equipment.
Completes preventative maintenance activities.
Checks sizing of components and parts.
Specifies, requisitions, and installs parts and equipment.
Coordinates maintenance spare parts.
Assists in planning, prioritizing, and scheduling maintenance through planner, work coordinator and operations input.
Sets up and calibrates, tests, measures and repairs all types of controls and instruments with pneumatic, electrical, and electronic variables.
Repairs, maintains and installs equipment and machinery which is used in the process.
Troubleshoots and repairs malfunctions and documents failure analysis.
Collects equipment operation and history data to facilitate reliability improvements.
Works within established Maintenance Work Processes and helps resolve issues that surface as a result of planning and scheduling work.

Benefits

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only). Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)