Messer Americas · 20 hours ago
Instrument Tech I
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$74K/yr - $99K/yr
3+ years expMesser Americas is the world’s largest privately held industrial gases company, and they are seeking an Instrument Technician I to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of their chemical manufacturing process. The role involves implementing maintenance activities, calibrating and troubleshooting instruments, and adhering to safety protocols.
ChemicalHealth CareIndustrialManufacturingOil and GasPrecious Metals
Responsibilities
Understand and adhere to company safe work policies; lead and participate in safety meetings
Apply the hazardous work permit (HWP) process, lockout-tagout (LOTO) and energy isolation procedures as required for company and contractor personnel
Follow management of change (MOC) procedures for all changes to process and operating procedures
Supervisor, provide direction to and monitor contractors
Support plant inventory organization efforts
Set up and safely operate all instruments and equipment necessary to perform assigned work
Effectively prioritize and schedule all work activities
Calibrate, configure, and/or replace field instrumentation devices
Perform and document process and product analyzers calibration checks
Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment control circuits
Troubleshoot and repair process control equipment
Functionally test or troubleshoot instrument or electrical control loops through field devices to verify proper operation
Assist in shutdowns, start-ups, and production state changes for plant(s) in the area
Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)(SAP)
Troubleshoot process problems to identify equipment requiring maintenance
Accept on-call duty and overtime as required
Qualification
Required
HSD or GED
3 years of relevant experience in a related process plant operations reliability activity
ISA Level 1 certification or the ability to obtain one in two years
Certificate in a technical discipline, two-year related degree or recent military training in a technical field will be considered in lieu of ISA Level 1 certification. The job requirement is to obtain your ISA Level 1 certification within two years of hire date
Physically able to perform all duties required which may involve among other things: bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing ladders, and lifting and carrying loads of up to 50 lbs
Ability to climb to heights over 200 ft above grade and work effectively
Valid driver's license
Math - Basic algebra, fractions/percentages, unit conversion
Personal computer proficiency
Effective interpersonal abilities to support team philosophy and program
Ability to work alone
Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with simple mechanics' hand tools
Basic knowledge of chemical manufacturing hazards
Understanding of basic electrical hazards and safety and skills in troubleshooting electrical systems, with support from subject matter authority
Ability to troubleshoot 4-20 mA transmitter and electro-pneumatic control loops
Ability to rack in/out 480 & 4160V breakers and wire up to 480V motors
Ability to interpret engineering drawings including P&IDs and PFDs
Capable of operating a forklift, and/or overhead crane, and/or man lift
Reside within a reasonable distance of the plant
Capable of distinguishing different colors
Be familiar with codes and standards associated with wiring and conduit
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits
Steady schedules
Opportunities for ongoing training
Career progression
Company
Messer Americas
Messer Americas is one of the industrial gas companies, offers expertise in industrial, medical, specialty, and electronic gases.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Elena Skvortsova
President and CEO
Jens Luehring
President & CEO
Recent News
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