Journeyman Electrician, Chicago
Flock Safety$64,000 - $88,000/year
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Instrumentation and Electrical Technician - 1st Shift at Air Products
Santa Clara, California, United States
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Industrial Gases, Energy, ManufacturingIndustries
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Five years of industrial experience working on instrumentation and electrical equipment (applicable military training considered equivalent)
- Trade, technical degree or apprenticeship in a related field preferred
- Safety focused mindset (ability and desire to put safety first)
- Physical ability to drive, climb, lift, carry, push, tighten, loosen, drill, saw, crawl, bend, wrench, shovel, etc., outdoors in all weather; ability to lift 50 lbs
- Technical skills: ability to use drills, hammer drills, core drills, power saws, wrenches, pliers, hand tools, and ladders
- Excellent troubleshooting skills for complex problems with analyzers, VFD, motor starters, PLC equipment, gas analyzers, truck scales, HV/LV motors
- Electrical knowledge: comfortable working on deenergized circuits up to 60KV, trace and measure voltage/amperage on instrumentation circuits, interpret single line drawings
- Mechanical knowledge: piping, regulators, valves, pumps, compressors, control valves
- Self-starter, fast learner, desire to learn/grow/be challenged, comfortable working alone for extended periods, works well with others
- Proficient communication and digital literacy
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Flexibility for on-call responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Install and troubleshoot a variety of electrical equipment
- Calibrate manufacturing instrumentation according to procedures
- Perform routine PMs on manufacturing and building equipment including HV transformers, MCC, and Switchgear
- Perform critical safety circuit testing (CSS)
- Troubleshoot PLC equipment, gas analyzers, truck scales, HV/LV motors
- Assist other maintenance techs with assigned tasks
- Complete instrument tracking documentation
- Complete required safety tasks and activities
- Develop procedures for instrument calibrations and preventive maintenance tasks
- Learn plant operations and support plant operations as needed
- Serve as primary interface between Air Products and customers; communicate with Management, Sales, and Engineering
- Develop work scopes for equipment repair and overhaul
- Participate actively in department safety programs
- Promote safety rules, regulations, and environmental compliance
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What benefits are offered for this position?
Air Products offers affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day 1, 401k with 100% vested company core and match, paid vacation, holidays, sick time, paid parental leave up to 8 weeks, and many more supplemental benefits including life insurance, EAP, and flexible spending accounts.
Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?
This is an on-site position at the Santa Clara, CA Plant and Distribution Terminal, involving physical tasks outdoors in all weather and working alone for extended periods.
What key skills are required for the Instrumentation and Electrical Technician role?
Required skills include excellent troubleshooting for complex problems with analyzers, VFDs, and motor starters; electrical work on deenergized circuits up to 60KV and interpreting single line drawings; mechanical knowledge of piping, regulators, valves, pumps, and compressors; plus proficiency with tools like drills, saws, wrenches, and ladders.
What is the company culture like at Air Products?
Air Products fosters a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard and everyone feels they belong, with a strong emphasis on safety first above all else, collaboration, innovation, and diversity.
What makes a strong candidate for this technician role?
A strong candidate is a self-starter, fast learner with a desire to learn, grow, and be challenged, comfortable working alone for extended periods, works well with others, and prioritizes safety above all.
Air Products
Air Products sells gases and natural gas technology.
About Air Products
N/AHeadquarters
N/AYear Founded
N/ACompany Stage
Related Jobs
RemoteRemoteAI Engineer - Instrumentation
Arize AISalary not specified
- Full Time
- Junior (1 to 2 years)
RemoteMachine Learning Engineer, Predictive Maintenance
MaintainXSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Junior (1 to 2 years)
RemoteWalmart Facility Services Onsite Hiring Event - 7.8.2025
WalmartSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Junior (1 to 2 years)