Instrument Technician

About the role

Dow has an exciting opportunities for Instrument Technicians in Plaquemine, LA. This position is to maintain plant instrumentation including preventative maintenance and breakdowns.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plant instrumentation.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance (PM) tasks and complete work requests.
• Perform calibrations per proper procedures.
• Install and checkout of plant instrumentation.
• Assist in start-up of new installations.
• Affirm manufacturing and engineering or instrument-related issues.
• Assure completion of proper documentation.
• Proper use and maintenance of test equipment.
• Assist in stocking spare equipment and parts.
• Develop skills via formal training and self-study.
• Affirm the development and training of newer employees.
• Available for OT/emergency call-ins.
• Attend all safety meetings.
• Adhere to all safety standards and good housekeeping practices.

Requirements

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3 or more years instrumentation experience OR 3 or more years of relevant military experience.
• Able to work overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
• Able to work an on-call schedule.
• Able to work a 4-10 schedule.
• Must have current, valid US Driver’s License.
• Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card.

Qualifications

• NCCER certified in Instrumentation (NCCER Certification obtained through an Instructor Led Training Program is a preference).
• Associates degree or higher in Instrumentation.

Physical Requirements

• Wear all required personal protective equipment, including but not limited to a respirator.
• Perform frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Frequent/occasional lifting of material weighing approximately 50 lbs.
• Work in tight or closed-in spaces.
• Climb stairs/ladders and work high off the ground.
• Stand 50% of the time.
• Walk for extended periods of time.
• Work in an area of intense or continuous noise.
• Work in an area with hazardous materials.
• Work at heights greater than or equal to 4 ft off the ground.
• Must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment (PPE), including harnesses with a total weight capacity of 300lbs.