I & E Mechanic

About the job

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.

Responsibilities

The Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Technician provides hands-on support to resolve instrumentation and electrical problems as they occur.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand permit procedures (general, hot and entry)

• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair chemical plant instrumentation and equipment including low and high voltages, valves, transmitters, controllers and Distributed Control Systems (DCS)

• Investigate equipment failures to determine root cause and recommend and implement appropriate solutions to eliminate or reduce failures

• Assist in the review, development and implementation of site preventative maintenance programs

• Participate in the planning and execution of chemical plant turnarounds

• Take callouts and work turn-around to keep plant operating at present or full rates

• Keep abreast of new methodologies, work practices, software and technology for application and use within the plant

• Fill out completions form on scheduled orders and give information to Scheduler so this person can maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for the maintenance group

• Assist in entering and completing management of change (MOCs)

• Enter notification as work is noticed to maintain a great functional plant

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required

• Technical degree or certification highly recommended

• Must have previous experience in a chemical, petrochemical or related manufacturing environment

• Valid driver's license required

• A strong background in control and instrumentation, including valves, transmitters, controllers and DCS systems

• Experience with electronic and digital process control systems, related loop equipment, electric motors, high voltage equipment, as well as control circuitry

• Familiarity with methods of level, temperature, pressure, and flow measurement, as well as knowledge relating to pneumatic and electronic instrumentation

• Practical knowledge relating to electrical distribution, motors and motor control, conduit and wiring practices, lighting and grounding as well as familiarity with the National Electrical Code (particularly for hazardous locations)

• Process analyzer experience a plus

• Basic understanding of process operation (start-up, shutdown, flows and be able to set priorities)

• Ability to read blueprints

• Must complete all required training per the St. Gabriel Maintenance Department Training Schedule

• Be a proactive safety leader; set and maintain high safety standards

Physical requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Work outside in environmental conditions, which at times include extreme heat or cold

• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) without restriction and pass any medical examination associated with the use of PPE

• Lift 50 pounds floor to waist; push and pull 50 pounds horizontally

• Carry 20 pounds while walking

• Climb stairs and ladders

• Extend arms through normal range of motion while standing and squatting

• Ability to serve on emergency response team/fire brigade

Eastman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.