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Craftperson A-Analyzer

Valero, Los Angeles, CA, USA

Pay: 60.000 - 80.000

Job type: Full Time


Responsibilities

Responsible for troubleshooting, repairs, calibrations and preventive maintenance of refinery analyzer equipment such as Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (CEMS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), field-mounted H2S and LEL sensors, pH analyzers, O2 analyzers, H2S fuel gas analyzers, and laser detection technology.

Plans and coordinates work following appropriate work orders, work permits, and safety instructions.

Demonstrates ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop drawings, and wiring schematics.

Plans and lays out work from Instrument/Electrical/Analyzer drawings (wiring diagrams, loops, datasheets, piping and instrumentation diagrams, etc.) or other written specifications.

Takes ownership of assigned field problems and sees them to completion.

Takes lead/initiative in contacting outside vendors and tech support in order to troubleshoot problems and see them to completion.

Uses trend data (PHD, Uniformance, DAAS, etc.) from analyzers and other operational field equipment to determine root cause of abnormal readings.

Follows and enforces all local safety, environmental and emergency rules and regulations, and wears safety equipment as required.

Performs work activities in a safe and environmentally sound manner.

Uses hand/power tools and specialized measuring and testing instruments.

Operates heavy equipment (forklift, manlift, scissor lift, trucks, etc.).

Other duties may be assigned as directed by Supervisor, Maintenance Manager, and/or Plant Manager. This position is hourly and nonexempt, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

Compensation
The rate for this position is $55.78. This represents Valero’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of expected compensation at the time of this posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of job-related factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.

Associate’s degree or higher in instrumentation, computers, or electronics preferred.

A minimum of 5 years’ experience working with refinery operational, analyzer or instrumentation equipment required.

Refinery experience preferred.

Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Wilmington Refinery, required.

Required Certifications

All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). Employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery.

EEO Statement
Valero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Employment Considerations
Valero will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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