Instrumentation Technician

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for installation, operation, repair and maintenance of all instruments and instrument-related equipment within a sugar production facility. Work involves troubleshooting issues and documenting maintenance procedures.

Work is performed under minimal supervision with moderate latitude in the use of initiative. Position relies on experience and exercises some independent judgement to determine the best approach by using and interpreting policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The essential functions in this job description are intended only as an illustration of the various types of duties that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from job performance requirements if work is similar or related to the job.

- Troubleshoots, installs, maintains, repairs and tests valves; transmitters; controllers; probes; electronic, pneumatic, and automatic controls; and analog and digital control loops

- Troubleshoots and installs AC/DC multi-wire control systems

- Responds to, repairs, and/or assists others with breakdowns

- Uses tools, multi-meters and/or other related metering and measuring equipment; performs mathematical calculations pertaining to the job

- Maintains documentation of the repair and maintenance of equipment

- Reports any accidents, mechanical issues or damage to company equipment promptly to the supervisor

- Leads and supports emergency repairs after normal working hours and participates in "On-Call Duty" rotation

- Works collaboratively with other team members and supervisors to achieve project goals

- Ensures the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times

- Follows organizational and public safety guidelines and protocols, performs job functions in a safe manner, and reports all safety hazards per established policies and procedures

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- May train, coordinate, provide guidance to and review the work of lower-level staff to accomplish operational plans and results

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

- High school diploma or GED with trade school Journeyman level skills and four (4) years of previous instrumentation technician experience in a heavy industrial environment, including some previous lead-worker responsibility or demonstrated ability to lead the work of others;

- OR a combination of experience, certification, education and training that demonstrates expertise in the related areas.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES OR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

- Some personal insulated electrical tools

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- Experience in sugar mill operations or similar process industries (e.g., refining, chemical or food processing)

- Certification or training in PLC programming or industrial instrumentation

- Familiarity with International Society of Automation (ISA)/ Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) standards

- Bilingual – English and Spanish

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

- Thorough knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC) and National Fire Protection Association Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace (NFPA 70E) guidelines

- Thorough knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

- Thorough knowledge of Good Manufacturing and Maintenance Practices (GMMP)

- Thorough knowledge of safety protocols and compliance standards related to instruments and instrument-related equipment within a sugar production facility

- Skill in the use of applicable department and organization specific software and ability to learn and become proficient in the use of other specialized software as may be required

- Skill in using mathematics required for the work

- Ability to work rotating shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, while maintaining consistent performance and adherence to operational standards.

- Ability to comprehend and convey mechanical and electrical information

- Ability to operate and effectively use oscilloscopes, ohms meters, voltage testers, and amp meters

- Ability to operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and manlifts

- Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams and schematics

- Ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment

- Ability to adapt quickly to a multicultural environment

- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

- Ability to follow instructions from supervisors and senior workers

- Ability to plan, assign, and guide the work of assigned staff

- Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a service-oriented team

- Ability to clearly communicate and understand information in English, orally and in writing

- Ability to follow public safety guidelines and protocols and perform job functions in a safe manner

- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those interacted with during work regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, military service, or diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds

- Ability to maintain regular attendance to ensure efficient and effective performance of job duties

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) REQUIREMENTS:

- Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (up to 50 pounds). Tasks that require moving objects of significant weight require the assistance of another person and/or use of proper techniques and moving equipment. Tasks may involve some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

- Tasks are regularly performed inside and/or outside with exposure to adverse environmental conditions (e.g., dirt, cold, rain, fumes).

- Some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity. Some tasks may involve identifying and distinguishing colors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals.

FIRST-CLASS BENEFITS:  We offer a suite of benefits, including but not limited to:

- Health, dental, vision

- Short-term and Long-term Disability

- Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity

- Employee assistance program – offers confidential counseling and support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing

- Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, jury duty)

- 401(k) program with highly competitive match

- Tuition reimbursement

COMPANY VISION:

SCGC’s vision is to deliver the greatest value to our member-growers and employees by being an industry leader in all we do. We are passionate about our vision, and we are looking for others that are equally as passionate.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida (SCGC) is made up of primarily family-owned grower-members who cultivate sugarcane on over 75,000 acres of land, mainly in Palm Beach County, Florida. The Cooperative oversees the mechanical harvesting, processing, and marketing of raw sugar, molasses, and other by-products. With a workforce of over 500 employees, SCGC plays a key role in the sugarcane industry. Learn more at scgc.org.

Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.