Plains All American is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician II to provide electrical and instrumentation support to its assets. The role involves installation, calibration, maintenance, and repair of designated equipment and systems. The technician will work independently and receive minimal supervision, with frequent work in open environments with extremes of heat and cold. The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to read and comprehend electrical drawings and technical operational manuals.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Preferably 2nd or 3rd year of a related trades apprenticeship program
- Minimum two (2) years of relevant work experience at the prior level
- Ability to speak, read, and write English and perform basic math
- Ability to work in a team-based work environment with strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Must be able to read and comprehend electrical drawings, pipeline maps, other technical drawings/schematics, and technical operational manuals
- Must know electrical code requirements and specifications associated with pipeline/facility operations as well as all applicable federal, state, and provincial government regulations
- Must have familiarity with electrical theory and electrical skills and know basic requirements for wire/wiring and conduit installation
- Must have experience or training with high voltage electrical systems and safety; should also have experience in substation and switchgear work
- Should be trained in all types of protective devices associated with pipeline operations, including mechanical and solid-state protective relays, breakers, motor windings, RTDs, temperature transmitters and vibration sensors/recorders, and associated devices
- Proficient at installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing basic industrial electrical systems
- Proficient with basic AC/DC voltage measurement as well as capacitance and amperage testing
- Proficiency in working with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), flow computers, UPS system inverters, and back-up battery system maintenance
- Proficiency in troubleshooting and repair of motor starters/capacitors, field tank gauges, transmitters, relay-controlled field devices, LACT units and associated timers and controls
- Able to work independently, receiving minimal guidance or direct supervision for executing routine tasks; capable of determining own work priorities
- Proficient in safe work practices and procedures
- Must have basic computer skills: Excel, Microsoft Office, Word, etc.
- Must have an outstanding safety record
- Ability to successfully complete company Haz-Mat training, required operator qualifications to perform pipeline mechanical operations, and mandatory safety training
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Top-tier benefits program
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
