I&E Technicians

Local Electrician Responsibilities

• Safety is a priority, employee must understand construction risks and bring them to the attention of their supervisor.
• Proper selection, inspection, use and maintenance, of common electrical test equipment.
• Ability to read electrical blueprints, including schematics, including one-lines and wiring diagrams.
• Understands the purpose, use, and application of all circuit breakers, fuses, contractors, and relays.
• Able to calculate and install potential transformers, current transformers, constant current transformers, and shielded transformers.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.

• High school diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience or an Associate degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance
• Familiarity with National Electrical Code
• 4+ years of electrical experience
• Ability to work at heights greater than six feet off of the ground
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves, etc.)

• Must be familiar in instrumentation trouble‑shooting and repair techniques.
• Should be able to install tubing and assist the instrument technician in normal duties.
• Knowledge of interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, flow diagrams, P&’s and construction blueprints is required.
• Will be working with low voltage-115/240 volts.
• Must be qualified to operate a man‑lift, scissor lift, forklift and respirator fitted.
• Must be able to work in high places (not afraid of heights) and work in confined spaces.
• Must be physically fit and should have the aptitude to advance to a senior instrumentation technician.
• Ensures that refinery safety procedures are followed.

• High school education or equivalent.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in instrumentation and electronic maintenance with at least 1 years in refinery/petrochemical plants or satisfactory completion of two years of instrumentation disciplines.
• Must be computer literate for using plant programs i.e. condition monitoring, condition reporting and status reporting.
• Have effective communication and team working skills.

• Must know calibration.
• Must be reliable—daily attendance for scheduled work is mandatory.
• Must be capable of identifying, utilizing and operating tools and equipment associated with applied for craft discipline.
• Operate mobile motorized vehicles and motorized equipment, as trained.
• General clean up.
• Must demonstrate the ability to comprehend and recognize all job related work permits and complete Job Hazard Analysis.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Must be able to follow and comprehend supervisor’s instructions.
• Must have the ability to perform basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Must be fluent at reading, speaking, and writing English.
• Must be able to maintain communications with I&E supervisors of job status and current assigned responsibilities.
• Must be able to maintain a clean jobsite free of tripping hazards and unnecessary obstacles.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of entry requirements for columns, vessels and heaters.
• Must have basic Computer skills.
• Must be capable of working in a fast paced environment.
• Must be capable of working outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• Must be able to bend, squat and kneel.
• Must be capable of climbing ladders and scaffolds and working at heights.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 60 pounds unassisted.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to perform work wearing personnel protective equipment, including, but not limited to the following: rain gear, chemical protective clothing, supplied air and air purifying respirators, safety harness, sand blast hoods, Nomex coveralls, hard hat, ear plugs and safety glasses.
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