Job ID : 3705 

Closing Date : 12/02/2025

This position could be located in the following location(s): Geismar Site – Geismar, LA  

Who We Are: 

At NOVA Chemicals we are reshaping plastics for a better, more sustainable world. Our dedicated team of talented individuals works collaboratively to create circular plastic solutions that make everyday life safer, healthier and better. With a focus on safety, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship, we strive to constantly improve and shape the future of our industry.  Join our team of talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and be a part of our journey towards sustainability leadership. Together we can create a better, more circular tomorrow. 

NOVA Chemicals, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is wholly-owned by Mubadala Investment Company of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

We are seeking a talented Instrument Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic team.  You will enjoy working in a collaborative, innovative environment. Through our commitment to Responsible Care®, we take pride in our focus on safety and responsibility.  As an Instrument Maintenance Technician at our Geismar, Louisiana site you will be part of an expert team responsible for ensuring equipment availability through best-in-class repairs and supporting reliability improvements. You will also provide day-to-day equipment maintenance ensuring a safe and reliable operating plant while meeting our production commitment.

You Will Use Your Expertise To:

• Adhere to and maintain compliance with all Responsible Care® Standards
• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on instrument equipment in a production environment
• Execute repairs to plant equipment in a timely manner
• Perform instrument installations in accordance with standard practices and engineering standards
• Maintain equipment records using computer maintenance management systems
• Coordinate and direct the activities of others during plant and unit shutdowns
• Establish new and continually improve existing preventative maintenance programs
• Work effectively in a multi-discipline team environment

What We Are Looking For:

• The successful candidate with have an Associates Degree or equivalent technical diploma/certificate with 3-7 years of related experience in a refining/petrochemical facility maintenance environment
• Strong commitment to Responsible Care® Principles through excellence in occupational safety, process safety, and environmental stewardship
• Proficient in handling a diverse range of level, pressure, and temperature instrumentation with extensive experience
• Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and diagnosing control valves, particularly Fisher, ValTek, and other various types
• Well-versed in the operation and maintenance of fire and gas detection systems
• Proven hands-on experience with Bentley Nevada vibration systems
• Proficient in utilizing AMS and Valve diagnostic software
• Familiarity with Triconex, FSC, DCS, and PLC systems is highly advantageous
• Considerable experience with gas chromatograph and mass spectrometer analyzers is viewed as an asset
• Knowledge and experience working with low (600V) and medium (5000V) electrical systems will be considered an advantage
• Proficient in systematically troubleshooting problems, offering insightful recommendations, and implementing effective short- and long-term solutions
• Demonstrated capability to work autonomously with minimal supervision or collaboratively in a team setting
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplined Operations, Engineering, Trades, and Planning teams
• Advanced computer skills, including SAP and MS Office suite
• Familiarity with OSHA PSM Standards

You Can Stand Out If:

• You are passionate about your work and put care and thought into all that you do.
• You are responsible and follow through with your commitments to others and to safety.
• You are innovative and are willing to challenge your biases when problem solving. 
• You are collaborative, inclusive, and work well with others towards team goals. 

Additional Information:

• Relocation will be considered for this position
• Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience
• This position is scheduled as a four-day workweek with 10-hour shifts, Monday to Thursday
• Work will be conducted both indoors and outdoors in all seasons
• Duties will include standing, walking, bending, stooping and squatting for long periods of time as well as some lifting and some climbing of ladders within various levels of the units.
• Overtime and callouts are a requirement of the role due to the 24 hour per day plant operation
• In order to fulfil the duties of this role, the successful candidate will be required to wear respiratory protective equipment. Candidate must successfully pass a fit test and be physically able to wear a respirator
• The successful candidate is required to provide proof of a valid driver’s license
• The position will require a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC®) through the Transportation Security Administration.

Why NOVA Chemicals? 

NOVA Chemicals’ flexible benefit programs are designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees, because when it comes to benefits, everyone has different priorities. Our benefits offerings will vary based on your work location and are an element of the “Total Rewards” package used to reward employees.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. 

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.