E & I Technician I - Seneca

Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Technician I Pay range: $34.00–$38.00 per hour Shift differential: $1.00/hr. for night shift Shift Schedule: 12 hour (Week 1: Mon, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday) Sign-on Bonus: $5,000, paid in two equal installments: $2,500 after six months of employment and $2,500 upon completion of the first year. Relocation may be considered for qualified candidates. Potential to earn yearly 5% bonus As an E&I Technician, you will help keep our manufacturing operation safe, reliable, and productive. You will install, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot industrial electrical and instrumentation systems while partnering with maintenance, operations, reliability, and automation teams to improve equipment performance. At BASF ECMS, your total rewards support your well-being, financial security, and growth at every stage of life. Retirement benefits with company contributions (up to 5% match plus 5% contribution) Competitive medical and dental plan options Company paid vacation (3 weeks) Disability and life insurance programs Wellness programs Parental leave and infertility and adoption reimbursement Mentoring and development programs Employee discounts Pet insurance Electrical and instrumentation maintenance Install, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems from 24V to 480V, including three-phase power, motor control centers, breaker panels, grounding, lighting, control wiring, and burner systems. Install, program, calibrate and maintain pressure, flow, temperature, level, and gas-detection instrumentation, as well as VFDs, control valves, and temperature controllers. Perform loop checks, signal verification, accuracy testing, and preventive maintenance to keep equipment operating safely and within specification. Operate, maintain, and install complex electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control equipment. Troubleshooting and technical support Diagnose and repair electrical and instrumentation failures using meters, test equipment, diagnostic tools, schematics, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs. Provide technical support for equipment installations, repairs, and modifications. Partner with automation engineers to troubleshoot PLC and HMI issues. Gather and analyze technical data, recommend repairs or modifications, and use bills of materials to identify required parts. Safety, reliability, and continuous improvement Follow all electrical safety requirements, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and arc-flash standards. Support reliability and continuous-improvement projects that reduce downtime and improve maintenance and production performance. Work independently, manage multiple priorities, and respond to call-ins or unplanned overtime, including nights and weekends, as business needs require. Required qualifications High school diploma or GED At least 2 years of experience in industrial instrumentation maintenance Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include call-ins and unplanned overtime on nights and weekends Preferred qualifications Associate degree in electronics, automation, instrumentation, mechatronics, or a related technical field Intermediate knowledge of Allen-Bradley systems BASF Environmental Catalysts and Metal Solutions (ECMS) is a global leader in catalysis and precious metals. We serve industries including automotive, aerospace, indoor air quality, semiconductors, and the hydrogen economy, while providing precious-metals trading and recycling services. With a focus on circular solutions and sustainability, ECMS helps customers create a cleaner, more sustainable world. Our purpose—protecting our elements of life—inspires us to develop new solutions that make a meaningful impact. ECMS operates in 15 countries, with approximately 20 production sites and more than 4,000 employees. Apply today and belong at BASF ECMS. Recruitment fraud notice BASF takes security and data privacy seriously. We will never request financial information by email, private text message, direct message, social media, or a job board. We will also never send a candidate a check for equipment or request payment during the application process. If you experience any of the above, contact HR4U.US@basf-catalystsmetals.com to report fraud. Pay transparency: The competitive pay range for this role is $34.00–$38.00 per hour. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Equal opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Nearest Major Market: Greenville Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina