About The Position

Applied Control is recruiting an Instrumentation & Valve Asset Specialist to work within the Applied APM Team. The role works directly with strategic customers as a key member of their Automation, Maintenance, and Reliability teams, using Emerson Smart Valve and Measurement technologies to improve efficiency and reliability and reduce costs. The 2x2 rotational program provides two weeks off each month. The position requires flexibility and regular travel to the customer site. Compensation is $28.00–$43.00 per hour; work experience, industry knowledge, and unique skills are considered when setting the base wage. Applied Control describes its workplace as collaborative and team-oriented, with recognition for accomplishments. Its expertise is backed by Emerson. The company provides automation solutions to clients across oil and gas, refining, power, life science, mining, chemical, food and beverage, and alternative fuels.

Requirements

  • An engineering degree, Instrumentation Technologist diploma, or Instrumentation Journeyman designation from an accredited institution is required.
  • Effective interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Flexibility and ability to commute to the customer site on a regular schedule.
  • Service-oriented approach and willingness to go the extra mile for customers.
  • High motivation and an innovative approach.
  • Entrepreneurial work ethic.
  • Willingness to learn and invest in skills and knowledge.
  • Accountability and responsibility for actions and outcomes.
  • Intentional written and verbal communication and active listening.

Nice To Haves

  • Three or more years of industry experience in an operating process facility.
  • Experience with Emerson devices and AMS Device Manager/ValveLink software.
  • Experience with control valves, flow meters, and instrumentation.
  • Experience in a maintenance or reliability specialist role.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, enhance, and support customer maintenance and reliability work processes using Emerson technologies.
  • Provide expert-level use of Emerson’s AMS Device Manager Suite, including its diagnostic and predictive alert capabilities.
  • Provide direct reliability and technical support for Emerson/Applied Control products at engineering and maintenance levels.
  • Deliver and quantify customer value.
  • Provide practical training and mentorship on effective use of Emerson technologies.
  • Create, enhance, and maintain instrument data integrity, including diagnostic records, maintenance logs, datasheets, and SIS instrument validation records.
  • Optimize and manage inventory.
  • Participate in developing, optimizing, and executing the scope for instrument and valve turnarounds.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • HSA and FSA options.
  • Life insurance.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • 401(k) with employer match.
  • 10 paid holidays.
  • Starting with 16 days of paid time off.
  • A 9/80 schedule with 9-hour workdays and every other Friday off.
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