I&E Technician | Hourly | Dominguez, CA at ECOVYST CATALYST TECHNOLOGIES LLC – Long Beach, California

Ecovyst is the leader in sulfuric acid regeneration. Our expertise in sulfuric acid processing and extensive plant network has enabled us to provide end-to-end regeneration services to support alkylate production for more than 75 years. We are serving long-term sustainable trends.

Our business line:

• Ecoservices provides sulfuric acid regeneration, virgin sulfuric acid, treatment services, and much more.

What we have to offer:

• Competitive pay
• Full benefit package starting day 1
• 401k matching
• Tuition Reimbursement

The base hourly range for this position as for the job description criteria as listed is $52.30 per hour.

Position Overview:

The Instrument/Electrical (IE) Technician is responsible for repairing, troubleshooting, installing, and maintaining electrical and process control instrumentation and equipment up to 480 volts while ensuring compliance with all safety and environmental requirements

What You Will Be Doing:

• Repair and troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation equipment ranging from small motors up to 480 volts
• Install new electrical equipment up to 480 volts
• Install wiring and conduit up to 2" diameter including bending and threading conduit
• Install process control instrumentation such as transmitters, controllers, analyzers, and control valves
• Remove and install small piping and tubing
• Rebuild and calibrate transmitters and control valves and tune controllers
• Maintain and troubleshoot emission monitoring instruments and control equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance on instrumentation
• Interface with contractors during installation and startup of electrical and process control systems
• Facilitate and order parts as needed
• Maintain plant electrical and instrumentation records and standards
• Support operations in process control
• Conduct inspections and tests as required by the Mechanical Integrity (MIMM) program
• Operate forklift, man lift, and hand tools including drills, hacksaws, wrenches, and grinders
• Complete required on-the-job training for Powered Industrial Trucks, Forklift, and Crane
• Follow all HS&E requirements including attending safety meetings, using PPE properly, reporting incidents, and participating in investigations
• Assist with writing job procedures and preparing work permits
• Participate in PSUSR, PHA, and MOCs
• Maintain housekeeping for the I/E shop area and identify waste-reduction opportunities
• Ensure equipment such as forklifts, safety showers, and ladders are approved and safe for use

Required Qualifications:

• Basic math skills
• Moderate computer skills
• Ability to read electrical and instrument loop diagrams
• Ability to climb ladders, drive a forklift, and use a man lift
• Ability to test and repair electrical circuits up to 480 volts AC
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair pneumatic and electronic instrumentation loops
• Experience with DCS, PLC programming and troubleshooting, control software, and HMI systems
• Ability to wear a full-face respirator
• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• ISA Certification Level I or II is highly preferred
• California State Dept. of Apprentice Standard Certified Electrician is highly preferred