Instrument and Controls Technician

About the role

As the Instrumentation and Control Technician, you will consistently monitor and provide maintenance of the Control systems to ensure continued reliable operation. You will complete regular firmware updates and update virus protection software.

Responsibilities

• Perform firmware updates and lifecycle management for DeltaV control system hardware
• Support legacy system maintenance and upgrade planning
• Perform operating system upgrades, service packs, patches, and fixes
• Maintain virus protection and system security updates
• Manage network security and user management
• Maintain control system configuration libraries and standards
• Configure and maintain alarm attributes and logging systems
• Support alarm rationalization and system reliability
• Develop and maintain control loop functional specifications
• Prepare control strategy documentation and loop drawings using SAMA diagrams or logic block diagrams
• Monitor and improve control loop performance
• Utilize tools such as Emerson Insight to detect performance degradation and optimize loop performance
• Partner with E&I technicians to develop and optimize preventive maintenance programs
• Use monitoring tools such as ValveLink to support outage planning and reduce unplanned downtime

Requirements

• Achieved an Associate’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Electrical Technology, or related field
• Or 5+ years of experience in industrial automation or control systems
• Experience working in an industrial, manufacturing, or chemical plant environment
• Experience supporting Distributed Control Systems (DCS) or PLC systems
• Experience with DeltaV or Rockwell Automation ControlLogix
• Knowledge of HMI systems
• Knowledge of Safety Instrumented Systems (ISA 84 / IEC 61511)
• Experience with SQL Server, MS Access, or industrial databases
• Experience with industrial networking

Qualifications

• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player
• Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward
• Treat the Business as our Own
• Care for the Community & our Environment
• Challenge & Improve the Status Quo
• Deliver on our Promises

Skills

• Knowledge of industrial networking

Benefits

• Up to a 4% 401k match PLUS additional company contribution from 1% to 5% based on years of service
• Generous tuition reimbursement program
• Generous paid parental leave
• Friendly and supportive coworkers

Pay

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position.