Maintenance Technician, Instruments, CX

LyondellBasell

. Apply technical expertise to ensure safe and reliable operation of site process plant instrument equipment and reduce operating costs .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeChannelview • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the maintenance and troubleshooting of electronic and pneumatic instrumentation, ensuring safe operations and adherence to industry standards. Capable of mentoring technicians and implementing reliability improvements while effectively communicating with team members and supervisors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Plant Maintenance ExperienceInstrumentation TroubleshootingPLC and DCS ProficiencySafety Procedure ComplianceMentoring and Team Development

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Hard Skills

Instrumentation MaintenanceTroubleshootingConduit InstallationReliability ImprovementsAcceptance TestingCommissioningRepair of Instrument EquipmentReading Technical DrawingsWorking with Hazardous ChemicalsPlant Equipment Operation

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Computerized Maintenance Management SystemFlow TransmittersLevel TransmittersPressure TransmittersTemperature TransmittersControl ValvesSwitchesThermocouplesRTDsHeavy Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDAssociate Degree in Instrumentation (Preferred)Military Instrument Training (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Plant OperationsSafety StandardsMaintenance ProceduresReliability EngineeringInstrumentation Field

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Apply technical expertise to ensure safe and reliable operation of site process plant instrument equipment and reduce operating costs
Execute assigned work according to plan and schedule, noting deviations and improvement opportunities
Support installation, acceptance testing, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electronic and pneumatic instrumentation
Work with PLCs, DCSs, thermocouples, RTDs, flow/level/pressure/temperature transmitters, control valves, and switches
Perform basic conduit installation and repair
Review job scopes and obtain required parts, tools, and instructions
Follow safety procedures to isolate, clear, and work on plant equipment
Complete work according to company and industry standards
Coordinate with equipment owners to complete tasks safely and promptly
Update supervisors on job progress and issues
Document work in a computerized maintenance management system
Respond to maintenance tasks with appropriate urgency
Identify and implement reliability improvements, including participation in site reliability teams
Participate in investigations, policy and procedure development, and workplace improvement committees
Mentor other instrument maintenance technicians when necessary
Engage in developmental dialogue to improve individual and group performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED equivalency required
Typically, minimum 5 years of plant maintenance experience in the instrumentation field
Ability to demonstrate craft-relevant aptitude
Ability to read, write, and speak English
Ability to provide overtime coverage and work plant call-outs
Ability to work with hazardous and/or flammable chemicals with proper safety precautions, training, and equipment
Ability to work around and/or manually interact with heavy equipment
Applicants must be at least 18 years old
Preferred: associate degree or higher in Instrumentation, or military instrument training and experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Workplace flexibility: eligible employees may request to work remotely up to two full days per standard work week with managerial approval
Comprehensive health, welfare, life and retirement programs
6% LYB match on 401(k) contributions
5% LYB cash balance pension plan accrual
Comprehensive well-being benefits supporting physical, mental, financial, and social health
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 10% discount on LYB stock for eligible employees in Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, and US
Educational Assistance Program
Bravo Rewards Program
Robust medical and life insurance packages
Professional development through training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team building activities
Competitive vacation policies with generous annual leave
Global Adoption Policy
Matching Gifts Program