Instrumentation Technician

Instrumentation Technician
Install, repair, and calibrate instrumentation systems including PLCs, DCS, sensors, and control devices.

Job #133160

Defense

$34.67 - $57.54 an hour

Mountain Pass, California

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Talascend is currently seeking an Instrumentation Technician for a direct hire opportunity with our client in Mountain Pass, California .



This position requires permanent relocation to the Las Vegas, NV area.

Overview


The Instrumentation Technician is responsible for installing, repairing, calibrating, and maintaining all instrumentation equipment with demonstrated proficiency with electrical test equipment.


Responsibilities

• Perform examinations of work areas and monitor compliance with MSHA regulations and company policies.
• Install and wire instrumentation such as pH probes, level transmitters, flow meters, and other instruments.
• Diagnose, isolate, and repair low voltage electrical, electronic, and instrumentation malfunctions to include the replacement and adjustment of components, integral units, motors, controls, standard devices.
• Troubleshoot repair and maintain low voltage (0 VAC/VDC - 51 VAC/VDC).
• Troubleshoot, repair, and PM/calibration of a wide range of instrumentation (temp, flow, proximity, pressure, valves, gas sensors, pH, etc.).

Qualifications

• Associate degree or other certification as an Instrumentation Technician or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in a chemical plant, heavy industrial or mine.

Requirements

• Experience with DCS and PLC control systems.
• Experience with reliability-based maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC programs, simulate signals, calibrate instruments.
• Ability to work in teams with strong collaboration skills.
• Good verbal and written skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to learn new duties.
• Ability to complete a task with minimal supervision.
• A valid Driver's License required to drive company vehicles on and off property.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.


Drug Screen may be required.