Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores•Hastings, NE

About The Position

Welcome to Heartwell Renewables! Be a part of an industry and company that is growing! Through our core values, we pioneer the safe production of renewable fuel, to transport everyday products in a more sustainable way. With the need to find new green ways to power the future, there’s never been a better time to celebrate the benefits of renewable solutions. Renewable fuels help clean up the environment by reducing toxic emissions and strengthen our number one industry—agriculture—by creating demand for the crops and livestock our farm families grow. Renewable diesel represents an additional opportunity to use locally sourced corn oils, soybean oils, and animal fats to produce clean fuels for our nation’s energy supply. Basic Purpose:The Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical, instrumentation, and control systems in a renewable diesel production facility. This role supports safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations by ensuring all electrical and automation systems function within regulatory and operational standards.

Requirements

Diploma or Associate Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Electronics, or a related technical field
3 years of I&E experience in an industrial environment
Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems (low voltage)
Proficiency in calibration and maintenance of industrial instruments
Familiarity with PLCs (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens), DCS platforms (Honeywell, Emerson), and safety systems
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and manuals
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills
Be fit to perform the essential functions of the job including working in an industrial work environment that may include loud areas, work around rotating equipment/operating equipment/heavy equipment, extreme temperatures, dust, work at heights, entry into confined spaces, and other potential chemical/atmospheric hazards that require use of appropriate PPE.
Requires ability to perform physical tasks including frequent walking, standing for extended periods of time, climbing ladders or stairs, and lifting or carrying items weighing up to 40 lbs.
Must be legally eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Certifications: ISA, NCCER, Comp Ex, or similar.
Experience with refinery turnaround/shutdown maintenance.
Experience in maintenance in petrochemical or renewables refinery.
Knowledge of hazardous area classifications (ATEX, NEC Class I Div I/II).
Experience with SAP or a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Predictive Maintenance and/or Precision Maintenance Certifications.

Responsibilities

Installing, maintaining, testing, evaluating, and repairing various electrical components and systems including low voltage automation systems
Test electrical systems and equipment to ensure functionality and safety.
Troubleshoot and repair or replace faulty wiring, motors, switches, breakers, and related components.
Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize equipment failures.
Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, standards and safety regulations.
Collaborate with other maintenance and production staff to resolve low-voltage electrical issues.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair work.
Install, calibrate, and maintain field instrumentation including: pressure, temperature, level, and flow transmitters.
Troubleshoot and repair control valves, actuators, switches, analyzers, and PLC-based control systems.
Interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, and instrumentation datasheets.
Perform loop checks and function tests during shutdowns, turnarounds, and new installations.
Maintain accurate calibration and instrumentation records.
Assist with maintenance and troubleshooting of DCS, PLC, SIS, and SCADA systems.
Monitor control system alarms, process deviations, and equipment performance.
Support plant upgrades, modifications, and system optimization initiatives.
Follow all refinery safety policies including lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space entry, hot work permits.
Participate in hazard assessments, toolbox talks, and safety meetings.
Comply with environmental, reliability, and operational standards.
May require overtime or on-call work to handle emergency repairs.
Other duties as assigned.