Technician, Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I)

At Nutrien, our purpose is Feeding the Future and we do so with safety,  inclusion, integrity and results as our core values. Nothing is more important than sending our people home safe, every day.

Nutrien is a leading provider of agricultural products, services, and solutions. With nearly 25,000 employees world-wide, we are the largest producer of potash (by capacity) and one of the world’s largest producers of nitrogen and phosphate. We also operate a leading agriculture retail network that services over 500,000 growers globally.

In Trinidad & Tobago we operate one of the world’s largest nitrogen complexes, with 4 ammonia plants and 1 urea plant on 165 acres of Trinidad’s sheltered west coast.

We harvest the best. Diverse views and experience make us strong. We look for people who have a safety-first mindset, who are collaborative team players, who deliver on their commitments, act with integrity, and who support inclusion.

Working at Nutrien will provide you an opportunity to help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career.

Trinidad Nutrien is hiring a range of skilled Technicians, E&I,  from levels II - IV.

What you will do:

       Technician II:

• Understand the elements of creating a safe work environment for all employees/contractors by being knowledgeable of and compliant with all applicable safety, health and environmental (SHE) requirements, leading by example, and promoting a positive SHE attitude/culture to all.
• Carry out E&I maintenance activities on the plants including the installation, ITPMS and troubleshooting of E&I systems.
• Carry out configuration, calibration and maintenance activities on all measurement and control instrumentation on the site.
• Basic Troubleshooting and Maintenance of Control Systems (including DCS, SIS, BMS, PLC and Turbine/Compressor Control Systems, and Machinery Monitoring and Protection Systems)
• Work on low to medium voltage systems, such as transformers, motors, motor starters and switchgears.
• Maintain updated documentation on all E&I systems including the entry of maintenance notes and historical data on the CMMS system.
• Identify defects and enters work requests or requisitions to correct them.
• Interpret E&I drawings and OEM specifications for troubleshooting and repairs.

      Additionally, for Technician III & IV:

• Review jobs prior to execution and devlelop risk management plans to mitigate or eliminate SIFs (Serious Injury or Fatalities).
• Work on medium to high voltage systems, such as transformers, motors, motor starters and switchgears.
• Identify job hazards and ensure that all safety systems and core members are in compliance with the requirements.
• Lead tool box meetings prior to the execution of all tasks with the relevant personnel and ensure that Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) are reveiwed and signed in the field.
• Participate in equipment failure analysis, incideent and accident investigations to find root cause.

What you will bring:

 Technician II:

• Industrial Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering Technology Technician’s Diploma with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of instrumentation, controls and power distribution systems in the Petrochemical industry

 Technician III

• Industrial Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering Technology Technician’s Diploma with a minimum of 8 years’ experience in troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of instrumentation, controls, electronics and medium to high voltage power distribution systems in the Petrochemical industry
• Proficient in the application, implementation and troubleshooting techiniques of PLC and DCS systems.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.

  Technician IV

• Industrial Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering Technology Technician’s Diploma with a minimum of 12 years’ experience in troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of instrumentation, controls, electronics and medium to high voltage power distribution systems in the Petrochemical industry
• Proficient in the application, implementation and troubleshooting techiniques of PLC and DCS systems.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.

Are you a good match? Apply today! 

Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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