Instrument Tech Journeyman I

Compensation: Commensurate with experience. Comprehensive Benefits including Health, Life Insurance, STD, 401(k) plan and more! Company Information ARG is the longest continuously operating refinery in North America dating back to 1881. Privately held, the employees and leadership pride themselves on offering competitive pay, generous benefits and a supportive culture of growth and learning. In addition to a 401k retirement plan to which the company makes matching contributions, ARG offers participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) to qualified employees, through which they share in the profits of the company. Scope & Responsibilities of Instrumentation Tech Journeyman I (Not limited to) Responsible for installation, calibration, monitoring and maintenance of control instrumentation including electronic control systems. Works to convert pneumatic control systems to computerized control systems throughout refinery. Assist with programming of scheduled testing and maintenance of environmental monitoring equipment and on-stream analytical equipment. Perform rebuilds and calibration of flow, temperature, pressure and level transmitters and control valves. Install, program, and maintain all truck and railcar loading/unloading equipment including meters, temperature compensation, control valves and dye injection systems. Conducts on-site analysis to locate the sources of control, instrumentation or operating problems and implements solutions. Inspects meters, indicators, and gauges to detect abnormal fluctuations; calibrates instrumentation according to requirements and specifications Respond to operator trouble reports; retain records related to maintenance requests and work orders, including solutions performed and materials used. Maintains and updates electrical and instrumentation prints using AutoCad. May be required to operate forklift to transport and assist with oversized parts or heavy equipment. Participate in Refinery Hazops, Process Safety Management (PSM) and Environmental Management plans. Collaborate with Engineering, Contractors and other stakeholders on facility expansion and modernization projects. Perform other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor/Management. Benefits Available to Instrumentation Tech Journeyman I Health Insurance including Medical, Dental, Optical & Prescription Health Savings Accounts & Flexible-Spending Plans Life, Accident and Critical Illness Insurance Options Short & Long-term Disability Coverage Paid Holidays & Personal Days Education & Employee Assistance Plans Employee Stock Ownership & 401 (k) Plans Education & Experience for Instrumentation Tech Journeyman I High School Diploma or GED equivalence associate’s degree in Instrumentation, Electrical or Mechatronics Technology Preferred with 2-4 years related work experience preferred refinery maintenance and process operating experience is desirable Other Qualifications of Instrumentation Tech Journeyman I Able to troubleshoot and repair control systems utilizing flow sheets, engineering P&ID’s and loop diagrams, instrument logic diagrams, electrical schematics, electrical ladder diagrams, pneumatic logic prints and other sources of information. Effective communication with ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions. Willing to cross-train within electrical and instrumentation departments to broaden skills and provide operational support as needed. Able to work independently and successfully prioritize or handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously. Understand and follow lockout/tagout regulations and open line/entry permit requirements. Interact as a valuable team member within the refinery and across other departments throughout the Company. Demonstrate leadership to direct the work of colleagues and external contractors to accomplish assigned tasks. Successful completion of all company mandated &/or job-related training programs deemed appropriate (may include home study, seminars, formal education, etc.). Must possess and retain a valid motor vehicle driver’s license. Proficient in the use of computers and Windows based programs including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook as well as other applicable software. Physical & Cognitive Demands of Instrumentation Tech Journeyman I COGNITIVE DEMANDS: includes the ability to meet deadlines, focus attention, work independently or within a team, perform repetitive tasks, assess spatial relations, communicate effectively, read, and comprehend, interpret information, organize, think critically, make sound independent judgement, and troubleshoot. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: seeing, speaking, hearing, smelling, kneeling, stooping, sitting, walk/climb/crawl, stand/reach, listen, writing, physical coordination, driving, climbing, twisting/bending, depth perception, assembling parts, keyboarding, push/pull/lift/carry or otherwise transport 50 pounds. Additional Notes This position, as well as every other position at American Refining Group, is required to conduct their work at a high level of safety and quality performance. We require our employees to adhere to safety policies and procedures and expect they will help and encourage colleagues to do so as well. Our goal is to strive for a Zero-Incident environment that is a benefit to our employees and community. Our commitment to safety is identified as one of our core values: “Safety is our Compass” . Employees are expected to understand and operate under current Process Safety Management guidelines in accordance with their role. Adherence to our Refinery Conduct of Operations in refinery and safety-sensitive functions is critical to our ongoing commitment to reliable operations. American Refining Group, Inc. executes and maintains an ISO certified Quality Management System to meet specified customer requirements for product performance, safety, and service. Employees are expected to understand and operate under the guidelines of the Quality Management System while executing the functions of their position. ARG culture promotes ongoing training and mentoring that is intended to be a developmental partnership for all (employees are subject to ongoing performance reviews and feedback). This is not a job bid - external recruiting is being conducted concurrently with internal posting. Applicants will be selected based on qualifications and a job interview; final selection will rest solely with the Company. Qualified individuals must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; they are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. EEO Employer –ARG is committed to providing reasonable accommodation in our recruiting and employment practices. 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