Instrument Technician, Lake Charles Refinery (2nd Class)
Phillips 66
- Location
- Westlake, LA, US, 70669
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- H-1B history
- 4 approvals (FY2023)
Skills
About this role
Phillips 66 & YOU - Together we can fuel the future The Instrument Technician, Lake Charles Refinery works in the maintenance department of the refinery. The positions are straight day jobs, subject to occasional shift work, turnarounds, call outs and mandatory overtime. Instrument Technicians are responsible for the installation, preventive maintenance, calibration, repair, and troubleshooting of refinery process control instrumentation. This work takes place in all areas of the refinery, outside exposed to the weather elements and to blowing air, heat, noise and vibration. The refinery processes involve hazardous and volatile materials under high temperatures and pressures. The work may take place at heights on vessels and towers and/or in confined spaces This position requires the successful completion of an online assessment. If you meet the required qualifications of the position, a link to complete the assessment will be emailed to you immediately after your completed application is received. Please check your spam folder if you do not see the email. The assessment must be completed within 7 days of your application date OR prior to the job posting expiration date (September 17, 2026), whichever is earlier. Your assessment results will be valid for one year. What You’ll Do
Installing, removing, calibrating and repairing of refinery electronic digital and analog and pneumatic process control instruments Installing and maintaining on-line analyzers Tuning Instrument control loops Testing and maintaining Instrument Safety Systems Troubleshooting, maintaining and overhauling process control valves Fabricating small diameter instrument tubing Testing and troubleshooting programmable logic controllers Preparing schematic drawings, sketches and reports to reflect activities Coordinating work of others as needed Assuring compliance with all company policies and procedures and training requirements
What You’ll Bring - Required
Legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions High School Diploma or GED equivalent Valid driver's license 3 or more years of experience as a journeyman level Instrument Craftsperson in an oil refinery, chemical process, electric utility, electrical distribution equipment testing or similar facility Willing and able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC). Information can be found at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic Willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to:
Lift up to 50 pounds Climb up to 285 feet in height Work overtime Work near large, hot, high-speed machines Work in enclosed spaces, such as tanks and silos Work around chemicals, including acids and bases, that may be under high pressure Work with petroleum products that are under high pressure and heat Work outside in harsh weather conditions Read at a level to understand safety procedures, work procedures, work permits, and instruction manuals written in English Maintain your face daily so that a respirator/face mask can seal properly (some examples include being free of facial hair and/or clean shaven) Wear fire retardant clothing and personal protective equipment (including but not limited to items such as steel-toe shoes, ear and eye protection, and fall protection)
What Makes You Stand Out - Preferred
Completion of an industrial instrument craft apprenticeship or a relevant Associate’s degree Strong oral and written communication skills pertaining to documenting inspection and repair information Proficiency in computer usage basics including e-mail, Windows navigation, SAP Ability to understand systems such as gas chromatograph, TDL, moisture, O2, and CEMS analyzer systems Experience with control system networking systems, such as modbus, serial, ethernet, etc.
Compensation The hourly rate for this position is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The