Olin Chemicals Looking for Instrument Technician at Augusta, GA  Full Time

Olin Chlor Alkali Products and Vinyls, a division of Olin Corporation, is seeking an Instrument Technician. This position will be located at the Augusta, GA manufacturing site.

Olin recognizes that success comes from never being satisfied. We deliver on our commitment to excellence by lifting a diverse and innovative workforce who will define Olin’s future. Read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity to join our winning team.

Journeylevel Instrument Technicians work with minimum supervision and daily duties involve reading and interpreting work orders, technical descriptions and safety manuals and maintaining records to comply with company, state and federal compliance regulations.

Candidates that qualify for the development program will participate in a training program. The 36 month training program will include OJT, classroom, laboratory, vendor and computer based training components. At the conclusion of the training program, individuals must satisfy the program requirements as an Instrument Technician.

Instrument Technician Essential Job Functions:

Instrument technicians troubleshoot equipment instrumentation, control systems (DCS/PLC/MLC) and ladder logic. Instrument Technicians receive very little descriptive information concerning the production problem and learn to calibrate, install and maintain a variety of instruments used to measure temperature, level, pressure, pH, conductivity and flow. He or she will install & maintain pneumatic systems; monitor specific equipment; and may monitor and replace control valves. Instrument Technicians participate in safety meetings and training activities and follow established safety and operating procedures and practices.

Job activities involve working near heavy equipment, various gases, moving machinery, high (up to 150 ft.) locations and congested areas. Improper actions or mistakes could result in serious injury or lethal accidents. Burns and explosions are a potential hazard. Errors in work could result in loss of production. Errors in judgment could result in serious damage to machines and equipment costing thousands of dollars. Necessity of continuous operation demands cooperation, teamwork, and close attention.

Instrument Technician Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must meet one of the following experience requirements:
• Candidate must meet one of the following criteria:
  • Two years continuous and current instrumentation experience; or
  • Completed Associate of applied science degree* in an instrumentation related discipline; or
  • Completed Military Maintenance A School (Electronics Technician or Interior Communications programs only)
• A complete employment application that explains a detailed work history required (resume must cover at least 5 years’ work experience in instrumentation)
• Able to demonstrate basic computer skills, math and problem-solving; mechanical, numerical and verbal aptitude to learn our jobs quickly
• Must be able to work call-ins and overtime when support is needed
• Able to pass a functional physical testing and able to use standard safety equipment; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to climb ladders/stairs and work at heights
• Able to work in tight or closed-in spaces
• Pass a physical, drug screen and background check if job offer is received and accepted
• Able and willing to become Hazmat certified

Instrument Technician Preferred Qualifications:

Please note, to be considered for the journeylevel Instrument Technician position, you must have the following higher level qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years instrumentat technician work experience (industrial setting preferred) or journeylevel as an Instrument Technician
• Demonstrated proficiency as an Instrument Technician
• A secondary skill set in Electrical preferred
• A complete employment application that explains a detailed work history is required (resume must cover at least 5 years Instrument Technician work experience)

What’s in it for you?

While many of our employees have worked at Olin for their entire career, we constantly strive to bring new people with new points of view into the company. Your career is important to us, and we work with you to create development plans that help you achieve your career goals.

Our employees enjoy the following employment enhancements and more:

• Paid parental leave and additional leave programs
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective Day 1
• Fertility Benefits (lifetime maximum $25,000)
• 401(k) with an employer match and Olin retirement contribution account
• Accelerated vacation accrual
• Generous Paid Time Off Programs, including Volunteer time
• Short term incentive program participation
• Robust rewards and recognition programs
• Pay for Performance Methodology to reward exceptional performance
• Alternate work schedules and arrangements (location/role specific)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Diverse Employee Networks
  

Why Olin?

Olin Chlor Alkali Products and Vinyls is one of three proud business units of Olin Corporation. Olin began in 1892 and has steadily grown to become the industry leader in both ammunition and chemicals manufacturing. Winchester, Olin Chlor Alkali Products and Vinyls and Olin Epoxy employ approximately 8,000 professionals in more than 20 countries with customers in nearly 100 countries around the globe.

*Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship to applicants not authorized to work in the US.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.