Electronic & Instrumentation (E&I) Technician

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OVERVIEW:
Marathon Petroleum Company LP is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Electronic & Instrumentation (E&I) Technician to support operating facilities in the Pacific Northwest and officed in Vancouver Washington. This role is responsible for the installation maintenance repair and troubleshooting of electrical instrumentation mechanical and vapor control systems at light product and asphalt terminals. This role supports terminal operations by ensuring equipment reliability and operational efficiency often working beyond the scope of standard terminal personnel capabilities.

Technicians will work with a wide range of equipment including programmable logic controllers (PLCs) terminal control systems network hardware electronic presets tank gauging systems vapor control systems pumps motors actuators and more. The position requires strong electrical and mechanical aptitude self-direction and the ability to collaborate across teams and locations. While the primary focus of the role is electrical and instrumentation it will also be responsible for troubleshooting and maintenance activities for mechanical equipment within the technicians abilities and qualifications.

A company vehicle tools equipment and uniforms are provided.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspection & Diagnostics:

  • Perform preventive maintenance and performance tests on electrical and electronic components.

  • Diagnose malfunctions and recommend repairs or replacements based on reliability cost and safety.

• Maintenance & Repair:

  • Disassemble recondition and replace parts for electrical and mechanical systems based on as-found conditions or symptoms.

  • Conduct board-level and component-level troubleshooting and repairs including board-set replacement configuration changes and cable fabrication where applicable.

  • Provide after-hours support for terminal operations including emergency troubleshooting and system recovery.

• Installation & Configuration:

  • Install electrical and mechanical components including PLCs control systems and instrumentation. Complete startups including device configuration functional testing and commissioning activities.

  • Set up process control PLCs software cabling and network hardware.

  • Purchase or request stocks of spare parts supplies and materials.

• Preventive Maintenance:

  • Schedule and perform routine inspections and testing using manuals drawings and diagnostic tools.

  • Maintain equipment in optimal operating condition through proactive servicing.

• System & Record Management:

  • Use PC-based maintenance management systems (e.g. Mobility) to update work orders track equipment history and report issues.

• Collaboration & Support:

  • Work with engineers project managers suppliers and contractors to support installations and resolve issues.

  • Provide training for adjacent groups and terminal personnel.

  • Assist other technicians and support cross-functional projects across geographical areas.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in electrical instrumentation or terminal operations preferred.

• Technical training or degree in a related field is preferred.

• Terminal operations electrical or PLC programming experience preferred.

• Excellent mechanical aptitude is strongly preferred.

• HAZMAT driving endorsement preferred but not required.

• Intermediate proficiency with Windows-based PCs and mobile technology required.

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a safety-critical environment.

• A valid drivers license is required.

• A successful candidate will be required to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) with company funding.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT:

• Willingness to travel up to 50% and provide flexible support for shift-based operations.

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Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race color religion creed sex gender (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression reproductive health decision-making age mental or physical disability medical condition or AIDS/HIV status ancestry national origin genetic information military veteran status marital status citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant click here.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP please contact our Human Resources Department at . Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes but is not limited to access to health vision and dental insurance paid time off 401k matching program paid parental leave and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment including those with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.