The ideal candidate will have experience supervising instrumentation personnel, troubleshooting and maintaining instrumentation systems, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and customer requirements.

• 5+ years of Instrumentation Foreman experience preferred
• 10+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a chemical plant environment
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, schematics, and isometric drawings
• Experience working with low- and high-pressure tubing and piping systems
• Must possess required journeyman tools
• Experience with precision instruments and calibration equipment
• Must be willing to follow all company and project policies and procedures

Foreman

• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience with Fire & Gas standardized LAN interface systems
• Proven leadership and supervision experience

Essential Job Duties

• Supervise and oversee instrumentation work activities.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, P&IDs, isometric drawings, engineering instructions, and manufacturer specifications.
• Install, repair, maintain, and calibrate electronic equipment, controls, and measuring devices.
• Test and analyze electronic and measuring equipment to ensure accuracy and functionality.
• Perform preventive maintenance and calibration on instrumentation systems.
• Complete reports documenting tests, repairs, installations, and maintenance activities.
• Install, maintain, repair, overhaul, calibrate, and test a wide variety of industrial instrumentation used to measure and control:
  • Level
  • Flow
  • Pressure
  • Temperature
  • Process control systems
• Install and commission metering, recording, and control devices.
• Extend and connect related electrical circuits as needed.
• Prepare sketches, schematics, and reports reflecting changes made to instrumentation systems.
• Test and troubleshoot flow meters, pressure gauges, temperature indicators, controllers, detectors, and other process instruments.
• Install and troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, and process equipment.
• Diagnose and repair process control instrument and electrical issues.
• Review maintenance activities and identify deficiencies requiring corrective action.
• Assist supervision with estimating, planning, and material procurement.
• Review equipment history and work orders to identify recurring issues and implement corrective measures.
• Support special projects as assigned.
• Maintain familiarity with site instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Enforce company safety standards, policies, and housekeeping requirements.
• Serve as a professional representative of Zachry while working with the customer.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of Instrumentation Foreman experience or equivalent demonstrated knowledge.
• 10+ years of maintenance experience in a chemical plant environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively as a team player.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and mathematical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, schematics, and isometric drawings.
• Experience using testing and measuring instruments to verify equipment performance and make adjustments.
• Knowledge of electrical theory, wiring, calibration, and electronic devices.
• Experience with gauges and measurement devices.
• Experience performing calibration work and working with calibration laboratories.
• Experience with low- and high-pressure tubing and piping systems.
• Excellent customer-facing communication skills.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to work overtime and respond to callouts as needed.
• Must supply required journeyman tools and have experience using associated power tools.
• Willingness to follow all company, project, and customer requirements.
• Willingness to perform additional qualified duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current, laid-off (ROF), or former Zachry employee
• NCCER Industrial Instrument Technician certification
• Formal technical education or vocational training

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, squatting, and climbing.
• Use of hands and arms for signaling, handling tools, and manipulating equipment.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairways, and work from elevated platforms.
• Ability to work at heights up to 300 feet while using proper fall protection.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and other environmental conditions.
• Must wear required PPE, including:
  • Hard hat
  • Safety glasses
  • Gloves
  • Fall protection harness
  • Face shield
  • Hearing protection
  • Goggles

Required Certifications / Licenses

• NCCER Industrial Instrument Technician
• Valid Driver's License
• TWIC Card
• Must be 21 years of age or older

Why Zachry?

Zachry is committed to providing a safe, drug-free workplace where employees can build rewarding careers while supporting some of the nation's largest industrial facilities.

Zachry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a Safe and Drug-Free Workplace.