Zachry Group · 5 hours ago
Lead Instrument Technician I
Belle Chasse, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expZachry Group is seeking a Lead Instrument Technician I to oversee a crew of technicians at a petrochemical processing plant. The role involves leading instrumentation and electrical maintenance tasks, ensuring safety and quality in the execution of work, and participating in site programs for continuous improvement.
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Responsibilities
Lead Technician overseeing, coordinating, and executing craft specific instrumentation and electrical labor
Perform skilled instrumentation/electrical activities; disassembly, repair, test, troubleshoot, analysis, calibration, and/or installation of various types of equipment such as pressure, temperature, flow, level transmitters; control valves; motor and motor control circuits; variable frequency drives; low- and high-pressure tubing/piping systems; and measuring/gauging equipment that control, regulate, and/or monitor mechanical systems
Providing support services such as but not limited to firewatch , holewatch , bottlewatch , light equipment/vehicle operation, material kitting/delivery, general housekeeping, etc
Craft specific labor as outlined above
Must have a strong approach, understanding, and commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency in an industrial environment
Must be capable of and will be expected to perform pre-task hazard assessments to identify potential risks and implement pro-active elimination and/or mitigation techniques
Must have extensive and demonstrated experience performing maintenance on various types of industrial equipment in a petrochemical facility utilizing precision instruments and tools
Must actively participate and support site programs such as (at a minimum): Safe Catch/Quality Catch/Stop Work Authority, Continuous Improvement (SMART Focus), Applicable customer initiatives/programs
Qualification
Required
Must be able to meet all physical requirements – see below
Must have reliable transportation
Must be willing and able to work: Up to 7 days per week, Overtime, call-out, etc. as required
Must be capable of working under the direction of a skilled Foreman
Must be experienced with and/or capable of successfully completing all required training/qualifications necessary to oversee safety-sensitive work which includes but is not limited to the preparation, set-up, and execution of hot work, confined space entry, and fresh air work
Must be experienced with and/or capable of successfully completing all required training/qualifications necessary to utilize all related tools, apparatuses, equipment, etc. to execute safety-sensitive work which includes but is not limited to the preparation, set-up, and execution of hot work, confined space entry, and fresh air work
Will be expected to assist other crafts when not actively performing instrumentation and electrical activities
Must be capable of reading, understanding, and adhering to restrictions and/or requirements of various types of work permits and/or JSAs
Must successfully complete Short Service Employee (SSE) program, if applicable
Must successfully complete a 90-day probationary period. Any disciplinary and/or attendance issues during this time will be grounds for termination
Must maintain satisfactory bi-annual evaluation scores of no less than 3.0. Unsatisfactory bi-annual evaluation scores of less than 3.0 for two consecutive cycles will result in disciplinary action, up to termination, for poor performance
Craft specific labor as outlined above
Must have a strong approach, understanding, and commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency in an industrial environment
Must be capable of and will be expected to perform pre-task hazard assessments to identify potential risks and implement pro-active elimination and/or mitigation techniques
Must have extensive and demonstrated experience performing maintenance on various types of industrial equipment in a petrochemical facility utilizing precision instruments and tools
Must actively participate and support site programs such as (at a minimum): Safe Catch/Quality Catch/Stop Work Authority, Continuous Improvement (SMART Focus), Applicable customer initiatives/programs
National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Performance Verified (PV) certification for Instrumentation and/or Electrical Tech or certification from accredited Instrumentation and/or Electrical Tech training program
Must have a minimum score of 81% on the Zachry Craft Assessment test pre-employment
Must have at a minimum 5-10 years of related experience as a Lead I&E Tech
Must have experience using industrial hand and power tools in an industrial work environment
Must possess good problem-solving abilities and an agile mindset
Must possess aptitude for electrical theory, have effective computing, literacy, and numeracy skills, and manual dexterity
Must possess the ability to work effectively with others in a team environment
Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and valid Driver's License
Must possess effective communication skills (written and/or verbal) with co-workers, supervisors, and customer
Must possess a strong commitment/understanding of Zachry and customer core values, safety rules, and regulations
Must possess and maintain a valid TWIC card for the duration of employment
Must successfully complete and maintain applicable Safety Council and/or Site-Specific credentials for the duration of employment
Must be capable of reading and comprehending technical manuals as well as industrial/engineered drawings such as but not limited to blueprints, sketches, plans, wiring diagrams, schematics, isometric drawings, manufacturer and engineering instructions, P&ID, etc. to determine scope of work, locations, required tools/equipment, and bill of materials to execute activities
Must poses knowledge and experience of hoisting/lifting/and rigging practices to execute these activities in a safe and controlled manner with the assistance of come-along, cranes, etc. as necessary
Must be capable of leading and mentoring other crew members such as helpers, apprentices, and Journeymen II
Must possess skills and ability to preplan, coordinate, and order material for specific jobs/activities/tasks
Will be expected to assist other crafts when not actively performing I&E Tech activities
Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, cycling, bending, squatting, lifting, and physically demanding work
Must have good dexterity with hands and fingers to perform the precision adjustments of machinery parts and controls
Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls, and tools
Must be capable of lifting, carrying, and moving up to 50lbs
Must be capable and comfortable working at extreme heights on fixed, temporary, and/or mobile platforms
Must be capable and comfortable working within confined spaces to include but not limited to tanks, vessels, pits, excavations, etc
Will use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception and peripheral vision
Must be capable of working outside in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind; and must be able to work for long period of times up to 12 hours a day
Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, chemical suits, and steel-toe boots
Must be clean shaven
Preferred
Current or Former Zachry Employee with acceptable ESR ratings only
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