Industrial Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Colonial Heights, VA, United States Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled and safety-oriented E&I Technician to join our maintenance team. You will be responsible for the installation, troubleshooting, and repair of complex electrical systems and sophisticated instrumentation. This role requires a specialist who is comfortable with both the precision of electronic calibration and the mechanical rigors of heavy equipment maintenance. Key Responsibilities Mechanical Instrumentation: Perform the physical pulling and installation of control valves and pressure regulators, ensuring proper orientation, gasket seating, and bolt torquing. Process Safety: Execute safe line breaks in accordance with site safety procedures, ensuring piping systems are depressurized and drained before removing instrumentation. Maintenance & Repair: Troubleshoot and repair electrical motors, control panels, transformers, and power distribution systems (up to 480V). Calibration: Calibrate and test transmitters (pressure, level, flow, temperature) and positioners for control valves. Control Systems: Diagnose malfunctions in PLC systems (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens) and interpret ladder logic to solve operational issues. Safety Compliance: Strict adherence to OSHA, NFPA 70E (Arc Flash), and LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) standards. General Mechanical Maintenance: Utilize basic mechanical skills to repair and maintain actuators and rotating equipment. Perform drilling, tapping and basic fabrication of mounting brackets or instrument stands and installing PSV (pressure safety valves). Rigging and Lifting: Basic knowledge of rigging points and hoist operations for the safe removal or heavy valves and motors. Qualifications High School Diploma/GED required; Associate degree or Technical Certification in E&I or Electrical Apprenticeship preferred. 3+ years of industrial experience. Specific experience in valve shop operations or heavy industrial piping environments is a plus. Hands‑on experience with rigging and lifting equipment for valve removal. Proficiency with HART communicators and loop calibrators. Ability to read P&IDs, loop drawings, and electrical schematics. Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and perform heavy lifting (up to 35 lbs) associated with valve maintenance.

COMPENSATION

The annual base pay range for this position is $46.97 per hour to $49.91 per hour . Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Solstice Advanced Materials considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, and market and business considerations.

BENEFITS

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side‑by‑side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer‑subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. Solstice is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Solstice