I&E Technician

Location

Air Liquide Large Industries provides our customers with industrial gas and energy solutions that are vital to their own industrial production. We own and operate over 2,000 miles of industrial gas pipelines in the U.S. supplying mainly oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen and syngas in large quantities from multiple production sources to major customers in the chemicals, petrochemicals, refining and steel industries. Our pipeline operations and industrial gas production facilities are closely monitored 24/7 within our leading-edge operations control center located in Houston, Texas. Our operations control group monitors over 89,000 data points and assists with product supply and coordination. We are constantly optimizing our supply network to provide high reliability and energy efficiencies allowing Air Liquide to adjust supply needs more quickly and effectively enabling growth to our customers.

• Zero Personal First Aid/Injuries-Participate in the LIVES program-Comply with all AL Policies.
• Oversee instrumentation and/or electrical jobs with contractors and monitor contractor work quality.
• Mentor I/E Technician Apprentices.
• Actively participate in RCAs.
• Participate in the execution and job plan improvement of the facility's I&E PMs.
• Execute work orders, identify corrective maintenance activities and enter work orders into the CMMS.
• Identify I&E critical equipment and critical spare parts for the facility. Purchase and manage to spare part inventory for these items.
• Maintain test equipment calibration and associated records.
• Maintain equipment records in both the CMMS and written form.
• Maintain facility PID schematics-Assist Maintenance Coordinator in maintaining equipment manuals.
• Be familiar with Reliability Center and Corporate standards.
• Rack in/out breakers and switch gear as necessary.
• Perform routine inspections on equipment as per Air Liquide policies and procedures.
• Follow company safety policies and procedures.
• Able to draw control and wiring scheme's.
• Read and understand plant electrical one-lines.
• Maintain electrical drawing redlines based on management of change projects.
• Troubleshoot plant electrical and instrumentation issues when required in a timely manner.
• Able to manage I&E contractor's that come on site to support major turnarounds and projects.

• High school diploma or GED required; 2 year associates degree in a technical field or technical training preferred.
• 4+ years I&E experience.
• Perform maintenance, repairs, and calibration of analyzers, transmitters, control valves, etc.
• Basic understanding of the facility's control system.
• Thorough knowledge of the operation and safety aspects of the MCC/switchgear.
• An understanding of the facility processes-Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work.
• Knowledge of the use of a computerized maintenance management system.
• Knowledge of Google tools-Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Mastery of Pneumatic controls is a plus.
• Ability to work call-outs, nights, weekends & possible holidays.
• Facility Start-up experience is a plus.

Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.

Our Differences make our Performance

At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.