Instrumentation and Electrical Technician

LANZAJET FREEDOM PINES FUELS LLC•Soperton, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician The Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician supports the safe and reliable operation of refinery electrical systems, instrumentation, and control equipment at a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) refinery. This entry-level position works under the guidance of senior technicians and supervisors to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, and repair of electrical and instrumentation devices throughout the facility. The technician will contribute to safe plant operations, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement while maintaining compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Basic understanding of industrial electrical systems and instrumentation principles
Ability to read and interpret basic electrical schematics, P&IDs, and wiring diagrams (training provided as needed)
Familiarity with basic test equipment such as multimeters and calibration tools
Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
Ability to work safely in an industrial environment and follow established procedures
Ability to work outdoors and in varying environmental conditions, including working at heights and in confined spaces with appropriate training
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future
This position is open to candidates authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer.
LanzaJet is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Qualifications

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Instrumentation, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field preferred
Internship or prior experience in a refinery, chemical plant, power generation facility, or industrial manufacturing environment preferred
Basic knowledge of PLC/DCS systems and control loop concepts preferred
Experience calibrating pressure, temperature, and flow instrumentation preferred
NCCER certification or equivalent technical training preferred
Familiarity with NEC requirements and hazardous area classifications preferred
Experience with intrinsically safe systems and explosion-proof installations preferred
Experience using a HART communicator or similar diagnostic tools preferred

Responsibilities

Assist with maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of plant instrumentation including pressure, temperature, flow, and level devices
Support electrical maintenance activities including troubleshooting motors, MCCs, VFDs, breakers, lighting systems, and power distribution equipment
Perform routine preventive maintenance on electrical and instrumentation equipment in accordance with established maintenance procedures
Assist with troubleshooting PLC, DCS, and control loop issues in coordination with operations and engineering teams
Support testing and verification of safety instrumented systems (SIS), shutdown devices, alarms, and interlocks
Install, repair, and maintain conduit, wiring, junction boxes, and field instrumentation devices
Assist with loop checks, point-to-point checks, functional testing, and commissioning activities during turnarounds, outages, and plant startups
Support troubleshooting and maintenance of industrial communication systems such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, HART, and Foundation Fieldbus (as applicable)
Document completed work, equipment status, and maintenance findings in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
Maintain calibration documentation and support compliance with refinery standards and regulatory requirements
Follow all refinery safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO), electrical safe work practices, hot work, and confined space entry requirements
Participate in pre-job planning, job hazard analysis (JHA), safety meetings, and continuous improvement efforts
Maintain good housekeeping, care of tools, and proper handling of test equipment and calibration devices
Respond to equipment failures and urgent plant maintenance needs, including after-hours support as assigned
Assist with general mechanical maintenance activities as required, including basic equipment repairs and maintenance support tasks in coordination with maintenance and operations teams
Safety-first mindset
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Teamwork, communication, willingness to learn and develop technical skills
Ability to follow procedures and document work accurately and attention to detail