Unit Technician

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 89,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

The Permanent Unit Technician is responsible for monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting of SGS MPR Services' Permanent Units in a remote setting. This position ensures permanent unit equipment continues to operate safely, efficiently, and within client specifications through continuous monitoring, preventive maintenance activities, and process optimization. The Permanent Unit Technician supports maintenance activities, responds to operational issues, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment reliability and performance.

The Permanent Unit Technician must be willing and able to travel to client jobsites throughout the United States and internationally. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TWIC card and valid passport, maintain a current driver's license, and successfully pass client-required drug and alcohol and background screenings.

• Operate and monitor Permanent Unit equipment in accordance with established operating procedures.
• Perform routine equipment inspections to verify safe and efficient operation.
• Start up, shut down, and adjust equipment as required to meet operational and client requirements.
• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports for internal and client distribution.
• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

• Collect and monitor real-time process data from field instrumentation and control systems.
• Observe and record key operating parameters, including temperature, pressure, flow rates, levels.
• Identify abnormal operating conditions and take appropriate corrective actions within established procedures.
• Escalate equipment or process issues to Permanent Unit manager when necessary.

• Utilize Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), or other process control systems to monitor and operate equipment.
• Maintain process variables within established operating limits to achieve client performance objectives.
• Verify the proper operation of instrumentation and control devices.

• Assist with preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities on Permanent Unit equipment.
• Perform routine inspections, minor repairs, equipment adjustments, and component replacements as assigned.
• Support troubleshooting efforts involving mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control system issues.
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel during equipment outages and repairs.

• Monitor system alarms and respond promptly to abnormal operating conditions.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and assist in determining root causes of equipment or process failures.
• Travel to client locations as required to support emergency equipment response and operational needs.

• Maintain accurate operating logs, maintenance records, inspection reports, and corrective action documentation.
• Document equipment performance, operational deviations, maintenance activities, and significant events.
• Prepare reports supporting client compliance, audits, and performance reviews.

• Participate in process improvement initiatives that enhance safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.
• Assist in evaluating equipment performance trends and recommending operational improvements.
• Apply lessons learned and best practices to improve Permanent…