Instrument Fitters - Instrument Helper

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Instrument Fitter Journey

Location: Notrees, TX

Type: Full Time

General Information/Job Summary

This position title is referred to as “Instrument Fitter.” This classification would know how read instrument detail and location drawings to be able to install any instrument and support materials, as well as mount instruments, as per drawings. This Journey employee is responsible for knowing and following appropriate safety procedures to make safety checks and conduct safety meetings, and for coordinating with operating personnel regarding permits and clearances to initiate maintenance and repair activities.

Under direction, is responsible for installation, maintenance, repair, calibration and documentation of instrumentation, data communication, and electrical equipment as required to provide fully functional instrument and control systems.

NOTE: The definition and examples of work for this position are for illustrative purposes only. A person in this position may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Responsibilities

• Determines methods and materials needed to accomplish assigned maintenance, repair, or construction.

• Performs lock-out and tag-out procedures to secure switch gear and deactivate equipment and checks local switch point to ensure proper lock-out procedures are used.

• Dismantles equipment or devices to gain access to and remove defective parts or components. Troubleshoots, inspects, and maintains equipment.

• Removes and replaces operating equipment.

• Calibrates equipment, tunes, and adjusts equipment to meet established tolerances.

• Performs miscellaneous tasks that require manually moving materials, tools, and equipment and use of hand tools and power tools.

• Performs work area clean-up and safety-related duties.

• Completes paperwork documenting installation, repair, and maintenance activities. Updates and maintains documentation such as electrical blueprints and schematics.

• Installs new and used equipment such as controllers, flow meters, pressure transmitters, analytical instrumentation controls, recorders, alarm panels, PLC’s, modems, and display panels, including all instrument piping, automatic transfer switch gears, ultrasonic transmitters.

• Read loop sheets, P&IDs, and blueprints.

• Work to disassemble and remove instruments and then reinstall.

• Perform tube bending; tube bending in groups; install instrument stands, instrument air. headers, instruments, tube tray; screw pipe; deco trace; steam tracking.

• Calibrates, tunes, and balances control loops and hardware routinely to ensure accuracy of operation for equipment such as recorders, flow meters, and controllers.

• Programs and documents PLC’s and maintains files.

• Requires working in operating facilities and observing and abiding by additional safety policies and procedures.

• Gives suitable assignments to helpers.

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience in work involving a variety of layout, installation, and maintenance tasks

• Possess valid drivers’ license with a good driving record

Safety Requirements

• On a continual basis, promotes an awareness of environmental, health and safety policies to ensure a safe working environment and ensures compliance with all accompany policies

• Ability to pass drug test as mandated by the Saulsbury Industries and Department of Transportation anti-drug program

• Must attend and successfully complete Saulsbury Industries safety training education

• Attends safety meetings and specialty training as directed by management

• Attends various training classes as may be assigned by management

• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required

• Ability to take needed safety precautions in performing the work

Physical Requirements

• Manual and finger dexterity

• Eye-hand coordination

• Depth perception

• Ability to see things clearly that are beyond arm’s reach (far visual acuity)

• Ability to see small detail

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

• Must be able to work at heights above 20 feet. (Aerial lifts)

• Ability to climb 30-foot ladders without resting

• Ability to maintain balance on catwalks and narrow workspaces

• Ability to stand for long periods of time

• Ability to work in awkward positions.

• Ability to reach above head while sitting or standing

• Ability to reach below knees while standing

• Ability to stoop or kneel

• Ability to work 50 or more hours each week

Cognitive Requirements

• Ability to follow appropriate safety procedures to make safety checks and conduct safety meetings.

• Ability to operate assigned equipment.

• Reading comprehension skill to understand work orders, written instructions, technical manuals, safety procedures, and parts catalogs.

• Mathematical skill to perform basic calculations.

• Oral communication skills for routine and technical information exchange with co- workers, supervisors, or other personnel.

• Skill in using hand signals.

• Skill in diagnosing malfunctions in equipment and identifying corrective action (troubleshooting skill).

• Mechanical ability to understand the operation of instrument control loops and performs major equipment repairs.

• Ability to plan and coordinate maintenance and repair activities.

• Ability to communicate with others and to assimilate and understand information, in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.

• Ability to evaluate work conditions and quality, and to make decisions regarding course of actions (decision making.)

• Obtained license as necessary to work in regulated states and municipalities.

Temperament Attributes

• Interpersonal skills to cooperate with co-workers, supervisors, and members of other crafts.

• Ability to work under time pressure.

• Ability to respond quickly and calmly to emergency situations

• Ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions

• Photo I.D. and Proof of Social Security required

• Responds to requests to work overtime when conditions warrant and directed by management.

Work Environment

Employees in this position must be able to perform under the following conditions: Awkward or confining workspaces

• High places

• Out-of-door environment

• Noisy Environment

• Dirty Environment

• Air contamination (dust, fumes, etc.)

Please submit your interest by supplying your name, contact number, and experience to: craftrecruiting@saulsbury.com or text the information to 432-924-3966, or 432-381-8727.

Saulsbury is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status.