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(NYSE:PBF) is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating, through its subsidiaries, oil refineries and related facilities. We are a growing organization seeking a talented Instrument Technician, Level 3to join our team as a pivotal member here at PBF Energy. This role is located at Torrance Refining Company in Torrance, CA.\nJOB SUMMARY\nThe Instrument Technician is responsible to demonstrate an ability to install, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot components of instrumentation/analyzer systems within the refinery. Instrumentation includes temperature, pressure, and level displacers/transmitters, control circuits, electronic/pneumatic control valves and actuators. Liquid measurement for pH, conductivity, sodium, TOC. Ability to troubleshoot equipment including process tubing, junction boxes, marshaling racks, and wiring conduit are also installed and maintained by the incumbent of this position. This is an hourly, union position (USW).\nKEY RESPONSIBILITIES\nPossesses a commitment to Safety and Safe Work Practices. Works safely and follows all Safety Policies and complies with all site policies and procedures\n\nInstalls, maintains, and troubleshoots various types of instruments and analyzers contained within indication, control, and process safety systems and ensures the installation adheres to national codes and site standards\n\nCoordinates with supervision to identify, order, and install replacements for defective parts\n\nInterfaces with the Engineering Department to identify opportunities to upgrade instrumentation to improve reliability via the Management of Change process\n\nPerforms offline and online preventative maintenance procedures and produces maintenance records, including new work requests when deficiencies or improvements are identified\n\nMonitors the performance of installed instrumentation equipment for hazards, adjustments, or replacements\n\nParticipates in testing of safety systems (SIF/IPF) program to verify integrity of devices identified by the program\n\nOperates handheld test equipment (including multi-meters, pressure calibrators, smart communicators, thermocouple/RTD simulators, dead weight testers, meggers, etc.)\n\nResearch documentation from various sources for proper values to check calibration, makes necessary adjustments, and documents all values and changes\n\nInterprets blueprints, loop drawings, and electrical schematics. Redline necessary updates & changes and works with engineering to implement these changes\n\nMounts instruments and valves into position and completes circuits and tubing according to diagram specifications\n\nIdentifies and uses a variety of hand and power tools in a safe manner\n\nPerforms job tasks outside under varying weather conditions which may include ladder and stair climbing\n\nCommunicates effectively at a technical level with Supervision and Operations personnel\n\nParticipate in computer based and face to face training program and complete required training\n\nAbility to respond to issues during off-shift hours through callout system\n\nDaily activities include climbing structures to access instrumentation\n\nMaintains housekeeping in work areas according to Company standards\n\nSustains high quality work, prevent rework, and support reliable operation\n\nJOB QUALIFICATIONS\nBasic/Required Qualifications:\nEducation/experience in the instrument/electrical trade that has performed tasks directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified\n\nAbility to install and maintain instruments\n\nAbility to safely operate a variety of electronic, pneumatic, and testing instruments.\n\nAble to lift to 50lb\n\nAbility to work while donned in a variety of Personal Protective Equipment.\n\nAbility to climb, bend, lift and perform a wide range of physical activities in all weather conditions.\n\nWilling and able to work overtime, shift work, and weekends and holidays as required.\n\nAbility to work in a Team environment with other Mechanical, Operations and Engineering personnel.\n\nAbility to work alone as well as function as a Team member.\n\nAbility to communicate effectively verbally and written.\n\nMust be self- motivated with willing to acquire and utilize new and/or additional skills.\n\nMust be at least 18 years of age or older and hold a valid driver's license.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\nPrograms and maintains various PLC\n\nExperience with programmable logic controllers\n\nExperience with Process/environmental analyzers includes laser systems, mass spectrometry, gas analyzers measuring hydrogen, CO/CO2, H2S and combustion gases.\n\nNetwork interfacing of instruments utilizing communication software with laptop computer\n\nDemonstrates a proficiency in use of appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot, repair, replace and test instrument loops, electrical circuits, and equipment.\n\nDemonstrates a proficiency in the use of computers running Microsoft Office Suite and SAP software\n\n4+ years of Instrument Journeyman level experience preferred.\n\nThis is an hourly Union position, USW.\n\nConditions of Employment\nPassing of pre-employment testing (testing will occur on-site at the facility in Torrance, CA)\n\nSuccessful completion of pre-employment requirements including physical agility test, physical, background check, and drug/alcohol screenings\n\nThis description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.\nThis position is subject to federally mandated drug/alcohol testing.\nThe wage for this position is $55.39/hour. The compensation listed in this posting is in compliance with applicable state law. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, job-related skills and internal peer equity will be considered in determining the selected candidate’s compensation. In addition to salary, PBF offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package.\nWe thank all respondents for their interest in PBF Holding Company LLC (“PBF Energy”), however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please no phone calls or emails to any employee of PBF Energy about this requisition. Placement agencies or recruiters need not respond. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee of PBF Energy via email, the Internet or in any method without a valid written search agreement will be deemed the sole property of PBF Energy. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PBF Energy as a result of the referral or through other means.\nPBF Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision making, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, veteran and military status, or any other status protected by applicable law. 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