I/E Maintenance Technician

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot DCS (Digital Control System) control interfaces; level, flow, and pressure measurement equipment; vibration measurement instrumentation; low, medium, and high voltage equipment; and power generation and distribution equipment.
• Read and understand piping/instrument and electrical drawings of instrumentation, control, power, and metering circuitry.
• Remove, repair, maintain, and test emergency shutdown valves and control valves.
• Apply proper application of pressure‑rated piping/tubing fittings associated with various equipment (manual sample stations, control valves, instrumentation, etc.).
• Diagnose and apply results using various test equipment.
• Apply Electrical Safety Rules in accordance with site and OSHA standards.
• Record work history and submit feedback for continuous improvement of maintenance plans, policies, and procedures.
• Troubleshoot and repair instrument or electrical systems.
• Perform routine installation and calibration of instrument or electrical systems.
• Perform reactive or preventative maintenance of instrument or electrical systems and components.

Work Schedule

9/80 base work schedule with varied schedules depending on worksite demand. Certain plant conditions will require night shift, weekends, and holidays (turnarounds, outages, major plant activities, production support, etc.).

Requirements

• Authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without sponsorship or a work visa.
• At least 18 years of age.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English; able to understand operating procedures.
• Current, valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Willingness to work outdoors in inclement weather, in compact/confined spaces, and at heights (with or without accommodation).
• Ability to climb ladders, walk up and down steps, and work at heights.
• Daily use of computers (iOS, MS Suite, SAP).
• Willingness to be trained and maintain certification to operate motorized lifting equipment (man‑lifts, cranes, trucks, forklifts, etc.) and obtain lifting/hoisting certifications as applicable.
• Ability to respond to emergencies; must reside within 60 minutes of the site or be willing to relocate (no relocation assistance).
• Willingness to work holidays, nights, weekends, overtime, and be on call to meet call‑out standards.
• Successful completion of pre‑employment background, medical, reference checks, and hair & fluid drug testing.
• Support for a drug‑free work environment, including random drug/alcohol screenings.
• Completion of Shell’s pre‑employment testing battery.
• Ability to lift 40 lb (with or without accommodation) using safe lifting techniques and heavy equipment.
• Commitment to a harassment‑free work environment, safety policies, and diversity & inclusion practices.
• Willingness to be clean‑shaven and work while wearing a respirator or SCBA as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in instrumentation or electrical craft disciplines.
• Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance.
• Completion of a Military Maintenance School program.
• Experience troubleshooting and operating Process Control Systems (PCS) or Distributed Control Systems (DCS); experience with Emerson DeltaV.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting process instrumentation (pressure, flow, temperature, custody transfer, weighing systems).
• Experience installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing fire and gas detection systems; Det‑Tronics experience.
• Experience installing, testing, and troubleshooting PLCs, including ladder‑logic modifications (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens PCS7, GE Mark VII).
• Experience troubleshooting, calibrating, and repairing control valves, positioners, and actuators.
• Experience creating and installing tubing runs using Swagelok or Parker systems.
• Strong working knowledge of HART‑based communicators and instrumentation.

Pay

The rate for this position is $41.77 – $55.35. Individual pay will be based on factors such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, and internal equity.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs.
• Company pension plan and 401(k) plan.
• Paid leave: up to 6 weeks vacation, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave (16 weeks for birthing parents, 8 weeks for non‑birthing parents).
• Short‑term disability (up to 26 weeks at 100 % or 50 % of base pay) and long‑term disability insurance.
• Financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses.
• Eligibility for discretionary long‑term incentives.
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of remote/mobile work.
• Competitive starting salary with annual performance‑related salary increases.
• Access to a wide range of training and development programs.
• Inclusive, values‑led culture that supports work‑life balance and personal growth.