Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician

JOB DESCRIPTION Ecolab, the leading global developer of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Maintenance I&E Technician! This role will perform regularly scheduled preventative maintenance, monthly safety checks, make repairs and modifications to equipment and repair the facility as needed.

What’s in it For You:

• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy and healthy environments

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth

• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best

• Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment- medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!

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What You Will Do:

• Perform routine calibration and testing of instruments such as flow meters, pressure sensors, temperature transmitters, and level devices, etc. as needed

• Diagnose complex electrical and instrumentation issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective corrective actions to minimize downtime.

• Manage I&E work orders, ensuring efficient resource allocation and timely completion of tasks.

• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and project teams on new installations, upgrades, and modifications to I&E systems, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and specifications.

• Oversee calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of a wide range of process instrumentation, including transmitters, control valves, analyzers, and safety interlocks.

• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards (., NEC, ISA, NFPA).

• Troubleshoot issues in the field and make decisions for best path forward

• Cuts, bends and installs tubing needed for the proper installation of the instrumentation device.

• Sets controls to regulate factors, such as current flow, timing cycle, pressure or vacuum, or temperature according to specifications.

• Actively works on troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance of pneumatic, electronic, analog, and digital process control instrumentation.

• Troubleshoot/Repair Predictive program instrumentation and document instrumentation repair history in the CMMS system as required by site specific documentation.

• Ensure replacement spare parts are available or replaced once installed.

• Performs assignments in the layout, installation, repair, alteration, and maintenance of a wide variety of complex electrical equipment such as process controls, lighting systems, motor controls systems, hi and low voltage electrical.

• Maintains a strong focus on housekeeping in I&E shop and at job sites in the field.

• As needed, disassembles instrument or device in order to determine cause of defective operation or failure

• Makes repairs & modifications to equipment and facilities as scheduled through the work order system

• Responsible for completing all paperwork assigned and coordinating with the Reliability Supervisor to ensure data is correct and recorded

• Support the commissioning and start-up of new instrumentation and electrical systems

• Drive TPM/Lean initiatives in the I&E headspace

• Other duties as assigned

Position Details:

• Plant location: Fresno, TX

• Work week and shift: Monday - Thursday, 6:30am - 4:30pm

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• 4+ years of instrumentation and electrical maintenance within a heavy industrial environment (. chemical, petrochemical, oil & gas, power generation)

• Experience with various process instrumentation, including flow, level, pressure, temperature, pH, conductivity, analytical devices, and automated/control valves.

• No immigration sponsorship offered for this role

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds

• Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical exam

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of industrial control systems including DCS and PLC (Rockwell, Siemens, Honeywell, Emerson)

• Knowledge of electrical power distribution systems, motor control, and VFDs

• Knowledge of OSHA and NFPA 70E, and other industry standards and best practices

• Proficient in reading and interpreting P&IDs, electrical schemes, logic diagrams, and control narratives

• Experience with CMMS (SAP, EMaint, or other CMMS systems)

• Formal vocational training in plant maintenance activities with emphasis on maintenance/ instrumentation

• Able to work in difficult situations such as confined spaces, heat and in high places

• Experience with pumps, welding, bearings, electrical safety, forklifts, gears, hydraulics, valves and rigging

• Experience in a TPM/Lean Environment

• Familiarity with relevant safety standards (., OSHA, NFPA 70E) and hazardous area classifications, and PSM-covered areas

• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) software.

• Ability to work in a challenging industrial environment and respond to emergency situations.

• Professional certifications (., ISA Certified Control Systems Technician - CCST, Master Electrician) are a plus.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range:

The pay rate is $40 per hour. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans(Full-Time Associates), discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program,on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations. for additional benefits information..

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging
At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA).

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.