Entry Level Instrumentation Jobs in Lake Charles, LA

The need for a specialized Analyzer Technician is primarily driven by the presence and utilization of sophisticated technologies in modern analytical systems that require a high degree of learning. A well-qualified field Analyzer Technician is expected to work on a self-directed basis concerning troubleshooting and maintenance of individual components of varying types of analyzers and associated sample systems in a variety of operating units ranging from ethylene, polymer and utility units. Candidates should demonstrate a propensity for critical thinking and troubleshooting skills. Availability to work scheduled (routine 'turnaround') or unscheduled (call-out'/emergency) overtime is a must. Candidates must also be available to work varying shifts, nights and/or weekends if needed.

• Participates and supports Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and processes in the plant.
• Follows all safety and environmental regulations and accepts personal commitment to the safe operation of the plant that is shared by all employees.
• Learns and understands the process and mechanical hazards of their assigned area and uses required safety equipment as appropriate.
• Works as a leader to identify issues related to mechanical or process abnormalities pertaining to analytical system problems.
• Acquires the ability to learn the leadership skills necessary to provide technical assistance to production and engineering groups on the application of analyzer and process instrumentation technologies.
• Utilizes SAP, Excel, Word, and various specialty computer-based programs daily.
• Assists in development and review of work processes and procedures.
• Manages time and work requirements in an ethical manner.
• Keeps up with their computer-based training to stay compliant with PSM requirements
• Initiates SAP notifications for repair work to be performed on analyzer equipment
• Reads and interprets technical documentation, diagrams, and loop sheets.
• Follows direction and completes job assignments, such as installation, repair, and calibration of analyzer systems safely and efficiently.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in changing climate conditions and outdoor industrial environments. 

• Ability to understand and repair advanced process instrumentation and analyzer systems, such as gas chromatographs, infra-red, laser, conductivity, pH, moisture, O2, BTU, and CEMS
• Understands and troubleshoots all manners of modern process instrumentation systems.

• Ability to learn and understand basic computer networking techniques and digital communication strategies, such as Modbus and OPC.
• Successful candidate will be part of the on-call schedule.  One week every 9 weeks.  

Education and Work Experience

• Minimum requirements include one of the following:
  • Associate's Degree in Industrial Instrumentation or Analyzer discipline
  • Certification or apprenticeship in Industrial Instrumentation or Analyzer discipline

• Preferred requirements to include one of the following:
  • Relevant Engineering Degree and 2 years' analyzer system or industrial instrumentation work experience
  • Associate's Degree in Instrumentation with 3 years' analyzer system work experience
  • High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 4 years of analyzer system experience and one of the following:
    • NCCER Level 4 Instrumentation Certification
    • NICET Level 4 Certification
    • ISA Level 2 Certification
    • Relevant apprenticeship completion
    • Relevant Military training

Languages English, additional language preferred

Other Beneficial skills

• TCP/IP networking skills
• Entry level programming skills
• Demonstrates an understanding of communications protocols, such as MODBUS, Serial, Ethernet, OPC, etc.
• Demonstrates an understanding of Science of Chromatography and other technologies to communicate effectively with Laboratory Chemists when comparisons are necessary between field and laboratory equipment