Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

Electrical And Instrumentation TechnicianBuckman – Memphis, TNLocation: Memphis, TNLanguage: EnglishTravel: up to 10%Buckman is a privately held, global specialty chemical company with headquarters in Memphis, TN, USA, committed to safeguarding the environment, maintaining safety in the workplace, and promoting sustainable development. Buckman delivers exceptional service and innovative solutions to our customers globally in the pulp and paper, leather, and water treatment sectors to help boost productivity, reduce risk, improve product quality, and provide a measurable return on investment.Position SummaryThe Utilities Operator is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant utility systems that support chemical manufacturing processes. These systems include boilers, cooling water, chilled water, air compressors, wastewater treatment, bulk gas storage, steam distribution, and related equipment. The Utilities Operator monitors, operates, troubleshoots, and maintains utility equipment to ensure uninterrupted plant operations while complying with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.Key Outcomes/ResponsibilitiesSafe and Compliant OperationsZero injuries related to electrical and instrumentation work.Compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, PSM, and plant safety requirementsReliable execution of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.Safety and ComplianceFollow all LOTO, confined space, hot work, and electrical safety procedures.Perform energized work only when authorized and approved.Participate in safety audits, PSM activities, and incident investigations.Maintain housekeeping and safe work practices.Maximum Equipment ReliabilityMinimized unplanned downtime due to electrical or instrumentation failures.Improved reliability of plant control systems and field devices.Increased mean time between failures (MTBF).Preventive MaintenancePerform scheduled inspections of: Motors, MCCs, VFDs, HMI, Transmitters, control valves.Complete calibration of instruments according to schedule.Verify operation of critical alarms, interlocks, and safety systems.Accurate and Reliable Process ControlInstrumentation calibrated and functioning within required tolerances.Process variables accurately measured and controlled.Stable operation of batch and continuous processes.Troubleshooting and RepairDiagnose electrical, instrumentation, and control system failures.Troubleshoot PLC, DCS, HMI, and communication network issues.Repair or replace faulty instruments, sensors, transmitters, and electrical components.Restore equipment to service safely and efficiently.Regulatory and Quality ComplianceCalibration records completed and audit- ready.Compliance with environmental and process safety regulations.Documentation maintained according to company standards.Documentation and CMMSComplete work orders with accurate repair details.Maintain calibration and maintenance records.Update electrical drawings, loop diagrams, and instrument documentation.Provide equipment history and failure data for reliability analysis.Efficient Maintenance ExecutionPreventive and predictive maintenance completed on schedule.Maintenance work orders closed accurately and on time.Reduced maintenance backlog.Teamwork and Operations SupportCoordinate maintenance activities with operations personnel.Support plant start-ups, shutdowns, and turnarounds.Train and mentor junior technicians.Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.Basic QualificationsEducation: High school diploma or GEDExperience: 2 - 3 yearsAssociate degree, technical certification, military training or equivalent experience in Electrical, Instrumentation, Electronics, or Industrial Maintenance.Minimum 3 years of industrial electrical and instrumentation experience.Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, loop drawings, and technical manuals.Experience troubleshooting industrial process equipment.PreferredExperience in chemical, batch processing, pharmaceutical, food manufacturing, or similar process industries.Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, Siemens PLCs, DeltaV, Honeywell, or other DCS platforms.ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) certification.Working knowledge of process safety management requirements.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.Understanding of electrical theory, process instrumentation, and control systems.Knowledge of 4-20 mA, HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Ethernet/IP, and industrial communication networks.Ability to work independently and within a team environment.Strong attention to safety, detail, and documentation.Job Responsibilities:Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment up to plant-designated voltage levels.Diagnose electrical issues using multimeters, megohmmeters, loop calibrators, and other testing equipment.Maintain motors, motor control centers (MCCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), breakers, transformers, and power distribution systems.Interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and wiring drawings.Instrumentation & ControlsInstall, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair process instrumentation including:Pressure transmittersFlow metersLevel instrumentsTemperature sensorsControl valvesAnalytical equipmentPerform instrument calibration and maintain calibration records.Troubleshoot control loops and process control issues.Assist with maintenance and configuration of PLC, HMI, and DCS systems.CompetenciesCollaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectivesManages Complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problemsPlans and Aligns - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goalsDecision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forwardAction Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasmWe appreciate the interest of recruitment partners, but we are not engaging external agencies for this role.#LI-TF1#LI-Onsite