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• Position Summary

A Lead I&E Technician will lead a crew of I&E technicians in the execution of safe, quality, and efficient completion of various tasks related to I&E maintenance work being performed at a petrochemical processing plant, including but not limited to

• Lead Technician overseeing, coordinating, and executing craft specific instrumentation and electrical labor.
• Perform skilled instrumentation/electrical activities; disassembly, repair, test, troubleshoot, analysis, calibration, and/or installation of various types of equipment such as pressure, temperature, flow, level transmitters; control valves; motor and motor control circuits; variable frequency drives; low- and high-pressure tubing/piping systems; and measuring/gauging equipment that control, regulate, and/or monitor mechanical systems.
• Providing support services such as but not limited to firewatch, holewatch, bottlewatch, light equipment/vehicle operation, material kitting/delivery, general housekeeping, etc.
• Qualification Highlights
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements – see below.
• Must have reliable transportation

Must be willing and able to work

• Up to 7 days per week
• Overtime, call-out, etc. as required
• Must be capable of working under the direction of a skilled Foreman.
• Must be experienced with and/or capable of successfully completing all required training/qualifications necessary to oversee safety-sensitive work which includes but is not limited to the preparation, set-up, and execution of hot work, confined space entry, and fresh air work.
• Must be experienced with and/or capable of successfully completing all required training/qualifications necessary to utilize all related tools, apparatuses, equipment, etc. to execute safety-sensitive work which includes but is not limited to the preparation, set-up, and execution of hot work, confined space entry, and fresh air work.
• Will be expected to assist other crafts when not actively performing instrumentation and electrical activities.
• Must be capable of reading, understanding, and adhering to restrictions and/or requirements of various types of work permits and/or JSAs.
• Must successfully complete Short Service Employee (SSE) program, if applicable.
• Must successfully complete a 90-day probationary period. Any disciplinary and/or attendance issues during this time will be grounds for termination.
• Must maintain satisfactory bi-annual evaluation scores of no less than 3.0. Unsatisfactory bi-annual evaluation scores of less than 3.0 for two consecutive cycles will result in disciplinary action, up to termination, for poor performance.
• Position Responsibilities
• Craft specific labor as outlined above.
• Must have a strong approach, understanding, and commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency in an industrial environment.
• Must be capable of and will be expected to perform pre-task hazard assessments to identify potential risks and implement pro-active elimination and/or mitigation techniques.
• Must have extensive and demonstrated experience performing maintenance on various types of industrial equipment in a petrochemical facility utilizing precision instruments and tools.

Must actively participate and support site programs such as (at a minimum)

• Safe Catch/Quality Catch/Stop Work Authority
• Continuous Improvement (SMART Focus)
• Applicable customer initiatives/programs

• Preferred Qualifications
• Current or Former Zachry Employee with acceptable ESR ratings only.
• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Performance Verified (PV) certification for Instrumentation and/or Electrical Tech or certification from accredited Instrumentation and/or Electrical Tech training program.
• Must have a minimum score of 81% on the Zachry Craft Assessment test pre-employment.
• Must have at a minimum 5-10 years of related experience as a Lead I&E Tech.
• Must have experience using industrial hand and power tools in an industrial work environment.
• Must possess good problem-solving abilities and an agile mindset.
• Must possess aptitude for electrical theory, have effective computing, literacy, and numeracy skills, and manual dexterity.
• Must possess the ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and valid Driver’s License.
• Must possess effective communication skills (written and/or verbal) with co-workers, supervisors, and customer.
• Must possess a strong commitment/understanding of Zachry and customer core values, safety rules, and regulations.
• Must possess and maintain a valid TWIC card for the duration of employment.
• Must successfully complete and maintain applicable Safety Council and/or Site-Specific credentials for the duration of employment.
• Must be capable of reading and comprehending technical manuals as well as industrial/engineered drawings such as but not limited to blueprints, sketches, plans, wiring diagrams, schematics, isometric drawings, manufacturer and engineering instructions, P&ID, etc. to determine scope of work, locations, required tools/equipment, and bill of materials to execute activities.
• Must poses knowledge and experience of hoisting/lifting/and rigging practices to execute these activities in a safe and controlled manner with the assistance of come-along, cranes, etc. as necessary.
• Must be capable of leading and mentoring other crew members such as helpers, apprentices, and Journeymen II.
• Must possess skills and ability to preplan, coordinate, and order material for specific jobs/activities/tasks.
• Will be expected to assist other crafts when not actively performing I&E Tech activities.
• Physical Requirements
• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, cycling, bending, squatting, lifting, and physically demanding work.
• Must have good dexterity with hands and fingers to perform the precision adjustments of machinery parts and controls.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls, and tools.
• Must be capable of lifting, carrying, and moving up to 50lbs.
• Must be capable and comfortable working at extreme heights on fixed, temporary, and/or mobile platforms.
• Must be capable and comfortable working within confined spaces to include but not limited to tanks, vessels, pits, excavations, etc.
• Will use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception and peripheral vision.
• Must be capable of working outside in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind; and must be able to work for long period of times up to 12 hours a day.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, chemical suits, and steel-toe boots.
• Must be clean shaven.