Process Controls and Instrumentation Electrician

Process Controls and Instrumentation Electrician

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$59.00/hr - $63.00/hr

• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  Richmond, CA
• Schedule: Day shift Monday–Friday; overtime as required. Shift work may be necessary.
• Reports to: Maintenance Manager
• Status & Pay: Non-exempt; $59.24/hr – $63.00/hr
• Note:
  
  The pay range reflects the target scale. Actual offers within the range depend on location, skills, experience, and education. Final details are discussed during hiring. Base pay only; excludes bonuses, benefits, pension contributions, and other incentives.
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• Hands‑on problem solver who can trace a bad signal from transmitter to DCS and bring the loop back online.
• Comfortable installing conduit, pulling wire, and bringing a new motor starter to life—safely and by the book.
• Equally fluent in schematics, SOPs, and vendor manuals—and you keep your work neat and well documented.

• Install, repair, and maintain plant electrical and instrumentation equipment in line with site/manufacturer specifications.
• Inspect and replace instruments, valves, disconnects, starters, motors, relays, and related devices to ensure safety and continuity of operations.
• Calibrate and place back into service:
  • Flow, level, and temperature transmitters
  • On‑line process analyzers
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on electrical, pneumatic, mechanical, and DCS systems using meters, diagnostic tools, drawings, and schematics.
• Remove/replace filters; lubricate motors, valves, and bearings for longevity and efficiency.
• Install and repair receptacles, switch boxes, feeders, conduits, fiber/coax, and lighting fixtures.
• Measure, cut, bend, solder, drill, and tap components; fabricate brackets/hangers to secure installations.
• Disassemble, clean, repair, and reassemble automatic valves, motors, and hydraulic/pneumatic equipment.
• Diagnose and correct solid‑state and DCS issues using proper test equipment and methods.
• Execute LOTO (lock, tag, try, and test) and maintain a clean, organized worksite; remove obsolete wiring without impacting live operations.
• Coordinate work with other crafts; communicate via radio, phone, and email for efficient execution.
• Contribute to and refine job plans, procedures, and SOPs; reinforce area safety standards and coach trainees.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five (5) years of instrumentation and electrical experience in an industrial setting.
• Proficiency reading/understanding safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedures, manufacturer literature, diagrams, and schematics.
• Strong communication skills and working knowledge of computers.

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
• Occasional vertical ladder/stair climbing and lifting/moving up to 50 lbs; close vision may be required.
• Extended periods in office environments at times; must be fit for duty.
• Work in confined spaces, at heights, outdoors, in high‑noise areas, and in spaces with dust and chemical odors.

Annual medical assessments are required (including, but not limited to, Pulmonary Function Testing and the ability to wear a respirator) as a condition of employment—reflecting Chemtrade’s commitment to the health and safety of employees and the public.

Safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship are foundational  believe the strength of our business comes from our people and the diverse experiences they bring. We encourage Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)—open to everyone—to foster inclusion, share perspectives, and celebrate unique backgrounds. We also offer family‑friendly benefits and support your career advancement so you can excel both professionally and personally.

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Mid‑Senior level

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Management and Manufacturing

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