Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

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Plains is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation storage processing and marketing solutions for crude oil. We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation terminalling storage and gathering assets in key oil producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston Texas.

Were on the lookout for passionate selfstarters who thrive in fastmoving collaborative and innovative environments.

Plains is a leading North American pureplay crude oil company and were looking for an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to join our Fort Laramie Wyoming operations. Reporting to the Operations Supervisor youll support safe reliable operation of our stations terminals gathering systems and control center by maintaining and optimizing critical electrical and instrumentation assets. This position has an on-call requirement.

This role offers competitive compensation a comprehensive benefits package (medical dental prescription vision 401(k) paid time off with credit for transferrable experience) and strong support for professional growth across our North American asset base.

Relocation assistance may be available for well-qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Maintain troubleshoot repair install and commission electrical equipment including instrumentation MCCs motors switchgear VFDs MOVs HVAC systems and related components.
• Install program and commission PLCs communication systems and HMIs.
• Inspect test and calibrate instrumentation and control systems to ensure reliability.
• Provide electrical support for operations and projects including technical input and scope development.
• Develop and execute equipment lockouts and perform scheduled preventive maintenance.
• Complete required documentation such as work orders calibration sheets material requests and drawing updates.
• Consult manuals circuit diagrams and blueprints to develop maintenance and testing procedures.
• Maintain compliance with all safety requirements complete mandatory training and uphold Plains safety culture.
• Participate in oncall rotation to support emergency response and maintenance needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman Electrician License; Electrical & Instrumentation Technologist (EIT) and/or ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) considered strong assets.
• Experience in gas plants refineries pipelines or oilfield environments preferred.
• Familiarity with maintenance management systems an asset.
• Proficient in English with basic math skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Basic Microsoft Office proficiency and ability to complete computerbased training.
• Ability to complete HazMat and required safety training; willingness to obtain additional certifications as needed.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to respond to callouts for coverage and emergencies.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of employment; this position is not eligible for employmentbased visa sponsorship.
• Satisfactory background check references and compliance with Plains Drug & Alcohol Policy (including preemployment testing).
• Valid state drivers license with a driving record acceptable to the company and its insurers. #plains

At Plains our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders and we also respect our employees need for personal and family time which is reflected in our benefits program.

We are proud to bean Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to age race color national or ethnic origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status genetic information disability or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local with disabilities can request accessible formats communication supports or other accessibility assistance by contacting .

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