What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Expert - Instrumentation & Controls position at ASARCO Incorporated?
POSITION OVERVIEW
Highly skilled Instrumentation & Controls Technician that will perform on the job training to advance the skills and ability of the Control Systems and Instrumentation repair workforce while demonstrating performance of the tasks associated with the removal, troubleshooting, calibration, repair, and installation of Process Control Systems (SCADA and DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), field instrumentation, variable frequency drives, communication network systems, HMI computer workstations and pumping / storage distribution systems. This position is a hands-on assignment that will work side-by-side with the workforce demonstrating the work performed for the purpose of instructing and training employees to ensure knowledge transfer and the use of best practices in the Control Systems and Instrumentation field.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provide individual mentoring and training for the Control Systems and Instrumentation work force.
- Review and update standard operating procedures and job task instructions.
- Recommend and assist in the development of action plans to continuously improve the control systems and instrumentation repair process and reliability.
- Continually reinforce best safety practices and company policy and ensure that the electrical work force knows the hazards associated with working around electrical systems.
- Advance the skills and ability of the Control Systems and Instrumentation workforce by instructing and demonstrating the ability to remove, repair, replace, test, analyze, diagnose, advance troubleshoot and optimize :
o preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, repair and replacement of Process Control Systems (SCADA and DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), control and instrument loops, field instrumentation, chemical analysis systems, variable frequency drives, communication network systems, pumping / storage distribution systems, and HMI computer workstations in accordance with industry standards.
o DCS and SCADA systems, process instrumentation, PLC's, PLC based control and instrument loops, communication network systems, HMI computer workstations, hazardous chemical distribution / detection systems and chemical analyzer equipment.
o Programming necessary for maintaining the DCS and SCADA systems, including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and other software.
o Databases with information regarding assigned work orders, equipment calibration, repair and parts inventory and orders parts.
o Installation and repairs complex electrical controls systems including PLC I / O interfaces, hard wired MCC wiring / components, assisting electricians with troubleshooting efforts.
o Repair / install medium voltage systems including VFDs, full voltage starters, incoming power systems such as fusing and transformers in a fully compliant with all applicable NFPA 70 safety standards.
o Review prints for conformity to ASARCO standards and accepted industry standards in instrumentation principals, practices, procedures and terminology.
o Evaluate and specifies instrumentation for installation in the process.
o Support other departments within the L-SX-EW Plant as well as outside contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies in the verification and third-party certification of instrument data.
Additional responsibilities and duties may be assigned according to business need.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
The Ray mine is located 64 miles southeast of Phoenix and 70 miles northeast of Tucson. We have a robust carpool / vanpool / bus program and encourage employees to participate. Employees save more than 50% of their commuting costs while reading, sleeping, or just enjoying the view.
A core value of ASARCO LLC is "Safety First." The Company is committed to help employees continuously improve their efforts to work in the safest, inclusive, socially, and environmentally responsible manner practicable. Employee safety and health, both on and off the job, are critically important to the Company. Therefore, ASARCO LLC requires employees to have and effectively demonstrate good working knowledge of modern safety systems. Each employee will take prime responsibility for ensuring that they work within all required safety procedures and processes.
ASARCO LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates must possess a current and valid driver's license. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and pre-employment physical including a drug screen.
ASARCO LLC offers an excellent low-cost benefits package for medical, prescription, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance and other optional coverage and 401(k) plan with company match.
