Job Description

4/10 schedule ( Mon-Thu) / Overtime pay eligible / Annual bonus

We are looking for a Instrument Technician III to join our Chemical Intermediates (CI) team in Geismar, LA.

Come create chemistry with us!

With more than 600 products in its portfolio, in particular amines, diols, polyalcohols, acids and specialties, the Intermediates division offers innovative solutions for a wide range of industries – from coatings and plastics to pharmaceuticals and crop protection.

As a member of the CI I&E maintenance team, you will be responsible for calibrating, installing, and maintaining the instrumentation and controls systems across our units. In this position you will interact daily with your team members, the I&E supervisor, maintenance engineers, and specialists. You will also regularly interact with operations personnel, such as operators, production leaders, operations engineers, and technology team members. You will be responsible for performing and documenting maintenance activities and for providing periodic reports for management. You will also be expected to maintain contact with peers across the Geismar site, with counterparts in other companies within the BASF Group as well as those in other companies via industry organizations. This position works under a 4/10 schedule, Monday-Thursday.

During your 10-hour shift as a Instrument Technician III, you will

• Install, wire, calibrate, and repair a wide variety of analog and discrete chemical process instrumentation and valves including those for measurement and control of fluid flow, pressure, temperature, level, pH, density, and position.
• Have excellent troubleshooting skills and must be able to read P&ID’s, flow diagrams, single line diagrams, loop diagrams, wiring schematics, sequence charts, and interlock tables. You must also be able to use manufacturers’ technical literature available on-line and communicate regularly with vendors’ technical representatives.
• Have knowledge of DCS, PLCs, and local control systems of which various control parameters include electrical, pneumatic, nuclear, mechanical, hydraulic, and wireless. Awareness of proportional and PID control modes is required. A basic understanding of process analyzers is also a requirement.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance activities and inspections including field and bench calibration of process instruments, and regulatory and quality instrument proof testing (SIS, ISO, PSM), during both normal operations and plant shutdowns or turnarounds.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with production personnel, maintenance personnel, supervision, engineering, and external suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety, and quality regulations.

If you...

• Hold a High School Diploma or GED
• Have completed an Industrial Instrumentation trade program or applicable trade school program. Having an ISA certification is a plus.
• Possess 2+ years of experience in plant instrumentation maintenance. Having industrial construction experience will be beneficial.
• Are knowledgeable of using common instrumentation tools such as communicators, calibrators, tablets, and laptops.
• Have experience interfacing with DCS, PLC, and Safety PLCs, such as Foxboro, DeltaV, Rockwell, HIMA, and/or Triconex it will be highly valued.
• Are familiar with utilizing computerized maintenance management systems, such as SmartPlant Instrumentation (InTools) and SAP, for data entry, diagnostics, and documentation of management activities.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF . We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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