What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrumentation Specialist II position at A-Gas Americas?
Job Overview
A-Gas Americas is a leading provider of specialty chemicals and gases, dedicated to responsible lifecycle management. As an Instrumentation & Electrical Technician II, you will play a vital role in maintaining and calibrating instrumentation and electrical systems within our gas facilities.
About the Role
This position involves ensuring that all instruments and electrical systems are functioning optimally, in compliance with safety standards, and supporting the smooth operation of the gas plant. You will work closely with other technical teams such as operations, mechanical, and control engineers to ensure optimal performance of plant equipment.
Main Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance (PM), calibration, and troubleshooting on instrumentation and electrical systems
- Diagnose and repair electrical and instrumentation equipment faults
- Monitor and analyze electrical and instrumentation equipment performance, ensuring compliance with plant standards
- Participate in the installation of new systems or upgrades, ensuring compliance with electrical codes and gas industry regulations
- Perform periodic testing and calibration of instruments and electrical systems, ensuring equipment operates within specifications
- Support routine inspections and calibrations of gas detection systems, pressure relief valves, and other critical safety equipment
Required Skills and Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Associate degree in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering, or equivalent technical certification preferred
- Proficiency in the use of diagnostic tools, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other electrical testing equipment
- Strong understanding of safety standards, including NFPA, NEC, and relevant industry guidelines
- Ability to read and interpret electrical and instrumentation schematics and manuals
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Work Environment
The ideal candidate should be able to work in various environmental conditions, including extreme weather and confined spaces. Additionally, they must be willing to lift and move heavy equipment and tools, climb ladders, and work at heights when required.
A-Gas Americas is a leading provider of specialty chemicals and gases, dedicated to responsible lifecycle management. As an Instrumentation & Electrical Technician II, you will play a vital role in maintaining and calibrating instrumentation and electrical systems within our gas facilities.
About the Role
This position involves ensuring that all instruments and electrical systems are functioning optimally, in compliance with safety standards, and supporting the smooth operation of the gas plant. You will work closely with other technical teams such as operations, mechanical, and control engineers to ensure optimal performance of plant equipment.
Main Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance (PM), calibration, and troubleshooting on instrumentation and electrical systems
- Diagnose and repair electrical and instrumentation equipment faults
- Monitor and analyze electrical and instrumentation equipment performance, ensuring compliance with plant standards
- Participate in the installation of new systems or upgrades, ensuring compliance with electrical codes and gas industry regulations
- Perform periodic testing and calibration of instruments and electrical systems, ensuring equipment operates within specifications
- Support routine inspections and calibrations of gas detection systems, pressure relief valves, and other critical safety equipment
Required Skills and Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Associate degree in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering, or equivalent technical certification preferred
- Proficiency in the use of diagnostic tools, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other electrical testing equipment
- Strong understanding of safety standards, including NFPA, NEC, and relevant industry guidelines
- Ability to read and interpret electrical and instrumentation schematics and manuals
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Work Environment
The ideal candidate should be able to work in various environmental conditions, including extreme weather and confined spaces. Additionally, they must be willing to lift and move heavy equipment and tools, climb ladders, and work at heights when required.
