Job Description

Instrument & Electrical Technician at CHS Inc summary:

An Instrument & Electrical Technician at CHS Inc. is responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical systems and instrumentation equipment to ensure safe and efficient pipeline and terminal operations. The role involves working with high and low voltage systems, SCADA/terminal automation, and supporting 24/7 operations while adhering to strict safety and environmental standards. The technician also participates in project construction, safety committees, and emergency response efforts to maintain operational integrity and compliance.

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our 10,000 employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

CHS has an exciting opportunity in our Pipelines & Terminals division in Russell, KS . We are looking for an Instrument & Electrical Technician to work closely with Operations, Maintenance and Engineering to optimize the movement of crude oil to the refinery. You must be a self-motivated, results-driven individual, with the ability to assess situations quickly to make decisions. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with high mechanical and mathematical aptitudes, strong trouble-shooting capabilities and the ability to work in both a team environment and on self-directed tasks are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and reliable equipment and systems to support pipeline and terminal operations.
• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot high and low voltage electrical systems, instrumentation equipment, and SCADA/Terminal Automation control systems for the pipelines and terminals.
• Ensure efficient 24/7 operation of the pipeline stations by maintaining equipment
• Provide 24/7 support for pipeline operations and provide troubleshooting and general support to terminals and pipeline facilities.
• Assess operating problems with consideration of dangers including high voltage and high-pressure rotating equipment, chemicals, and flammable materials.
• Oversee the construction, installation, and startup of capital projects.
• Develop project scope of work and ensure projects are completed as specified and within budget.
• Coordinate operational and maintenance items for pipeline operations.
• Provide assistance to the area integrity management program.
• Participate in Safety Committee reviews, meetings, discussions and solution development.
• Participate in safety reviews, training and emergency response with the Environmental, Health & Safety group.
• Remain current on safety standards, terminal operating procedures, environmental standards, and industry practices.
• Utilize a wide range of electrical monitoring equipment, computers, calibration devices, and testing equipment.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including respirators.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture for all employees, vendors, and customers and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• 1+ years of experience in Production, Operations, and/or Maintenance and/or Field Service Maintenance

Additional Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of vocational, military, apprenticeship, or journeyman, Instrument and Electrical technical training (additional years of experience may offset education requirement)
• Minimum of 2 years of Instrument and Electrical experience
• Experience with electrical monitoring equipment, computers, calibration devices, and testing equipment
• Working knowledge of high and low voltage electrical systems, process controls, pumps, and hydraulics
• Live within 30 miles travel time of the terminal or be willing to relocate permanent residence
• 3 or more years of Instrument and Electrical experience
• Journeyman or Master Electrician
• Petroleum experience
• Experience with SCADA and/or terminal automation systems, PLC programming, VFD’s, and HMI’s.
• NACE training
• ISA training
• HAZWOPER Certification
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out tochscareers@chsinc.com; to verify that the communication is from CHS.

Keywords:

instrumentation, electrical systems, pipeline operations, SCADA, terminal automation, equipment maintenance, high voltage, safety compliance, troubleshooting, process controls

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