Instrument Technician I

About KBR

KBR is a company focused on innovation and collaboration, committed to improving the world responsibly and safely. The company attracts a diverse workforce, valuing creativity and resourcefulness in its operations.

Role Overview

KBR is seeking an Instrument Technician I for a full-time position in the Eastern region. This role is crucial for ensuring the reliability and availability of instrument assets, which are essential for maintaining the operation of process units. The position requires 5-10 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and coordinate the activities of the maintenance technician's team, ensuring compliance with preventive maintenance plans and efficient execution of breakdown maintenance on Instrument systems, equipment, and facilities.
• Oversee the execution of monthly and weekly maintenance plans, controlling and submitting regular progress reports.
• Provide onsite maintenance and repairs for various instruments, including generators, transformers, and motors, ensuring adherence to standards, specifications, safety procedures, manufacturer's recommendations, and contract terms.
• Serve as the focal point for the daily Instrument maintenance execution plan, supervising technicians' day-to-day activities across all Instrument systems, plant, equipment, and facilities within the designated area.
• Conduct frequent site visits to verify proper work execution and monitor technicians engaged in routine maintenance activities.
• Follow up on Instrument maintenance work progress, submitting regular reports with recommendations to the Instrument foreman. Maintain records of daily maintenance works against planned programs and prepare work completion reports as applicable.
• Assist in implementing engineering modifications and enhancements to Instrument equipment by providing recommendations to improve the suitability and serviceability of Instrument systems.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrated proactive safety aptitude and behavior.
• Strong knowledge of maintaining and repairing Instrument systems.
• Good understanding of Instrument equipment design, installation, and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of maintaining and repairing Mechanical and electro-hydraulic systems.
• Strong knowledge of relevant standards, procedures, and regulations to ensure health, safety, and environmental preservation during activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience

Candidates should possess 5-10 years of relevant experience in instrument maintenance.