Instrumentation and Controls Journeyman / Technician

Zoetis is currently looking for an Instrumentation and Controls Journeyman / Technician to join our team in Kalamazoo, MI. The Instrumentation and Controls Journeyman / Technician is a key member of the Facilities Maintenance Team, which consists of certified technicians from various trades who collectively support and maintain a large, complex R&D facility. The ideal candidate will be adept at troubleshooting and performing diagnostics to understand the scope and interdependencies of equipment failures and other reported issues. Responsibilities may include training apprentices and coordinating the efforts of other team members and / or contractors on complex tasks. This role involves routine exposure to hazardous materials, heights, temperature extremes, moving equipment, confined spaces, and dusty or dirty conditions. The candidate must be willing to work variable or non-standard shifts and be available for 24-hour on-call support as per pre-determined schedules. The role requires direct interaction with facility users to ensure that supported systems meet operational requirements and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, modification, testing, programing, and installation of equipment and components, including various Programmable Logic controllers (PLC's) and Distributive Control Systems (DCS).
• Use test equipment (e.g. multi-meters, electronic bridges, loop calibrators) and hand tools (e.g. drills, screwdrivers) as necessary to troubleshoot and maintain devices and systems for the facility.
• Provide training and oversight on assigned systems and procedures. This may include training apprentices and coordinating the efforts of other team members and / or contractors on complex tasks.
• Serve as a technical advisor in areas such as process design, material / parts / equipment selection, equipment testing, technical problem-solving, and maintenance plan management. Report job status updates and other relevant information to customer operations leads and other stakeholders.
• Complete and submit equipment maintenance and calibration records promptly.
• Respond to after-hour maintenance emergencies and provide 24-hour on-call support.
• Participate in strategic planning activities, facility engineering design reviews, process improvement projects, budget planning, project spend tracking, managing vendor engagements, and assist with staff recruitment and interviewing activities.

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Full time Regular Colleague

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