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Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion.
Job Description
BASIC FUNCTION:
The Instrumentation and Controls Technician is responsible for identifying, locating and correcting operational problems arising in control systems and instruments. These problems occur in high purity specialty hydrocarbons processes as well as in utility systems such as boilers, water treatment and other related auxiliary equipment.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: (functions considered essential as defined by ADA)
- Perform testing, calibration, repair, and replacement of electronic and pneumatic instrumentation in accordance with ISO requirements and site procedures
- Execute preventive, predictive, corrective, and planned maintenance activities on instrumentation and control equipment
- Support troubleshooting of instrumentation, controls, and loop issues in coordination with supervisors and engineers
- Maintain accurate and timely calibration records, as-found/as-left data, and work order documentation
- Identify and recommend spare parts, calibration equipment, and tools to support reliable execution
- Deliver onsite hands-on support for plant processes, operations, and facilities to ensure safe and efficient operations
Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
- Demonstrated knowledge of the repair and maintenance of control and instrumentation equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical one-lines, logic drawings, technical manuals and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDaTMs).
- 5+ years of Instrumentation and Controls experience in a chemical plant or similar industry preferred.
EDUCATIONAL LEVEL:
A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required. Associate's Degree or Technical Certificate in Electronics, Instrumentation, Controls or a related field is preferred.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Able to perform mathematical functions.
- Possess a strong commitment to Environmental Stewardship and Workplace Safety.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and to interact and communicate well with individuals in all areas of the plant and outside vendors.
- Skilled in the use of hand tools, shop and power equipment used in the job.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in fast paced environment.
- Ability to respond to work under emergency or high stress situations.
- Ability to make Electrical and Instrumentation Controls related decisions with minimum direct supervision.
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness.
- Ability to demonstrate intermediate computer knowledge of Microsoft Products and SAP.
WORK CONDITIONS:
Work is performed both in an office and outside. Petroleum refinery-based environment including but not limited to chemical, pressure vessels, tanks, rotating equipment, working in confined spaces, and exposure to risk of electrical shock. Subject to all weather and varying road conditions. Occasionally required to work long hours which may include nights, weekends, holidays for regularly scheduled maintenance and emergency work and support as well as on-call availability.
BENEFITS:
HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time-Off
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
- Educational Reimbursement
- Parental Bonding Time
- Employee Discounts
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Job conditions require standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs., climbing up to 200 ft, perceive color differences, required to wear personal protective equipment as needed and a respirator in emergency situations (beards are not permitted). Depending on location must satisfactorily complete a comprehensive medical physical examination. Job conditions may require twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping, and working in confined spaces as permitted.
Our One HF Sinclair Culture:
At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization. We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger.
About HF Sinclair Corporation
HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and other specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah and markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states. HF Sinclair supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,500 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand at more than 300 additional locations throughout the country. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries. Through its subsidiaries, HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in Artesia, New Mexico. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to its refineries and the petroleum industry.
Equal Opportunity Employer
HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.