Industrial Analyzer Technician

Thermal Energy Corporation (TECO) is currently seeking an experienced Mid-Level Industrial Analyzer Technician to maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, repair of continuous process analytical instruments and sample conditioning systems, and optimize continuous online process analyzers across our site. In this role, you will work closely with plant operations, instrumentation and electrical (I&E) teams, and process engineers to minimize downtime, ensure environmental compliance, and maximize product quality. This position includes participation in a rotating on-call schedule to support emergency repairs and critical plant operations outside standard work hours.

Essential Functions:

Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform routine preventive maintenance, diagnostic troubleshooting, and repairs on continuous process gas and liquid analyzers, sample conditioning systems, and associated sample loops.

Calibration: Perform routine zero/span calibrations using certified reference gas standards and calibration liquids to ensure accurate measurement output.

Sample Handling Systems: Maintain, clean, and troubleshoot sample conditioning systems, including regulators, coalescing filters, rotameters, sample pumps, and fast loop systems.

System Diagnostics: Utilize diagnostic software, digital multimeter tools, and communication protocols (Modbus, HART, Ethernet) to identify loop issues or signal faults.

Documentation & Compliance: Record calibration results, PM tasks, and spare parts usage within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (SAP / Maximo) to comply with EPA and OSHA PSM regulations.

Project & Turnaround Support: Assist senior specialists with factory acceptance testing (FAT), commissioning of new analyzer shelters, and major facility turnarounds.

On-Call Availability: Ability to participate in a rotating on-call schedule and respond to the plant site within [45 minutes] when called in.

Experience: Minimum of five years of hands-on experience as an analyzer technician in a continuous process manufacturing environment (e.g., petrochemical, oil & gas, refining, specialty chemicals, power generation, or wastewater management).

Technical Knowledge:

Demonstrated experience with online analytical technologies such as Gas Chromatographs (GC), Oxygen/Combustion analyzers, pH/Conductivity probes, and CEMS equipment.

Solid understanding of sample conditioning system design, dew point control, and sample transport dynamics.

Proficiency in reading and interpreting P&IDs, electrical schematics, loop diagrams, and vendor technical manuals.

Strong electrical/electronic troubleshooting ability (4–20mA, HART) alongside mechanical skills for tubing, fittings, and fluid systems.

Preferred Qualifications

ISA (International Society of Automation) Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) or ISA Analyzer Specialist designation.

Experience with Siemens, ABB, Yokogawa, Rosemount, or Servomex process analyzers.

Familiarity with SAP, Infor EAM, or another CMMS system.

An A.A. or technical degree in a related field.

Applicants physically must be able to climb several sets of stairs, lift, bend, stoop, and do extensive walking, climbing, & standing for long periods of time. Must be able to move or lift up to 50 lbs. Work environment includes exposure to indoor/outdoor conditions & high noise volume.

We offer excellent benefits, including 401(k), medical and dental care plans, life and disability insurance. We perform drug tests and background checks.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Industrial Analyzer : 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• ISA Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Houston, TX 77030: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person