Instrumentation Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Instrumentation Maintenance Technician (2nd Shift)

At CHT USA, we are committed to innovation, safety, and operational excellence. We are seeking a skilled Instrumentation Maintenance Technician to join our 2nd Shift maintenance team in Cassopolis, Michigan. This role is critical to ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of our manufacturing operations through the maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of instrumentation and control systems.

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot, calibrate, repair, and commission instrumentation and control systems, including transmitters, controllers, meters, and related devices.
• Support and maintain PLCs, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), and various automated control systems.
• Diagnose electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical issues on production equipment and facility infrastructure.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, equipment manuals, and work orders.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
• Document maintenance activities and work orders using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Support contractors and vendors performing maintenance and repair activities.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with OSHA regulations and company standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to identify and resolve equipment issues.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maintenance certification or relevant technical training.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in industrial equipment and control systems.
• Ability to work a regular 2nd Shift schedule and overtime as needed to support business operations.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety practices and procedures.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance or instrumentation experience.
• Experience with PLCs, DCS systems, and industrial automation controls.
• CMMS and/or ERP system experience.
• Knowledge of digital and analog electronics.
• Programming experience with industrial control systems.

Success in This Role

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who works well independently, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and enjoys collaborating with others to improve equipment performance and plant reliability. You should be comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment and responding to changing business needs.

Physical Requirements

This position requires standing, walking, climbing, bending, lifting, reaching, and working with industrial equipment throughout the workday. The role is performed primarily within a manufacturing environment.

Why Join CHT USA?

At CHT USA, you'll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to delivering innovative specialty chemical solutions while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. We offer a supportive work environment where employees can grow their technical skills and build long-term careers.

CHT USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.