Grapevine Energy · 6 hours ago
Instrument Technician I
Bakersfield, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expGrapevine Energy is seeking an Instrument Technician I to manage, direct, and install electrical wiring and instrumentation for projects throughout the refinery. The role involves maintaining and repairing electronic and pneumatic instrumentation, troubleshooting devices, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
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Responsibilities
Maintain and repair electronic and pneumatic instrumentation
Maintain and troubleshoot various types of switches, meters, indicators, temperature sensors, positioners, controllers, control valves, and DCS loops
Test devices for improvement, safety, and quality control
Repair broken equipment and wiring
Participate in test runs and meet safety regulations
Be aware of and participate in Management of Change (MOC) activities
Modify systems to be environmentally friendly
Remove and repair, install and calibrate various transmitters and hart communication
Use test equipment and perform routine calibrations
Maintain various instrumentation loops
Must be able to respond to callouts including weekends, and holidays that requires reliable attendance
Calibrate analytical instruments to ensure accuracy under supervision
Perform routine maintenance
Repair or replace faulty components under supervision
Identify, test, and troubleshoot internal hardware
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Maintain and repair electronic and pneumatic instrumentation
Maintain and troubleshoot various types of switches, meters, indicators, temperature sensors, positioners, controllers, control valves, and DCS loops
Test devices for improvement, safety, and quality control
Repair broken equipment and wiring
Participate in test runs and meet safety regulations
Be aware of and participate in Management of Change (MOC) activities
Modify systems to be environmentally friendly
Remove and repair, install and calibrate various transmitters and hart communication
Use test equipment and perform routine calibrations
Maintain various instrumentation loops
Must be able to respond to callouts including weekends, and holidays that requires reliable attendance
Calibrate analytical instruments to ensure accuracy under supervision
Perform routine maintenance
Repair or replace faulty components under supervision
Identify, test, and troubleshoot internal hardware
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
Possess advanced knowledge of instrumentation math, units variables, and dimensions of measurement
Demonstrate knowledge of flow, pressure, temperature, level instrumentation, and control power systems
Familiar with Honeywell or similar DCS controls, analytical monitors for CEM (Continuous Emission Monitoring)
Working knowledge of control valves; MOV and Pneumatic
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop drawings, and wiring schematics
Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
Creative problem solver who thrives when presented with a challenge
Flexible and able to multitask on several different aspects of a project or on multiple projects
Able to take initiative to recommend projects, product improvements, or cost reductions
Strong mathematical and technical skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Knowledge of local, state, and federal property and safety regulations
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
High school / GED minimum; Associates degree or higher
2+3 years experience as an Instrument Technician
2+3 years experience in refinery environment
IBEW or trade school in electrical / instrumentation certification
Must be able to pass a physical test of pushing, pulling, and lifting a minimum of 50 lbs
Prolonged periods of standing and walking
Ability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
Perform repetitive movements over long periods of time
Frequent reaching, stooping, twisting, bending, kneeling, crawling, and crouching
Lift, position, push, and/or transfer equipment and materials
Must be able to climb a minimum 30 foot ladder
Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring equipment and materials
Must be able to climb ladders and or stairs on tanks, vessels and structures; wear respirator; work around equipment containing high pressures and temperatures and various chemicals
Exposed to seasonal weather based on geographic region
Exposed to moving parts and electricity that require safety protocols
Company
Grapevine Energy
Grapevine Energy is a uniquely positioned, vertically integrated nonfood feedstocks and finished renewable fuels company focused on producing the most sustainable, least carbon intense, lowest cost fuel possible without impacting food security or causing land use change.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$200MKey Investors
U.S. Department of AgricultureExxonMobilOIC
2022-09-14Grant· $30M
2022-02-08Post Ipo Equity· $165M
2022-02-08Post Ipo Debt
Leadership Team
Richard Palmer
President & CEO
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