Maintenance I/E Technician- Planner

Start your career as a Maintenance I/E Technician – Planner at Vopak and contribute to social themes such as energy security and energy transition. We offer you a working environment that is safe and pleasant and where equality, diversity and satisfaction are of paramount importance. Ready to develop yourself and make a positive impact? Improve the world and start as a Maintenance I/E Technician – Planner at Vopak.

What will you do as a Maintenance I/E Technician - Planner?

Vopak is seeking a new Maintenance I/E Technician - Planner who will be responsible for both the hands-on troubleshooting and strategic planning of maintenance activities for our terminal activities, including electrical, instrumentation and mechanical systems. This critical dual role ensures the continuous, safe, and reliable operation of our process systems in compliance with all company standards and regulatory codes.

What do we offer you?

• Competitive, market-based compensation package depending on your experience and

• knowledge.

• Career development and growth opportunities.

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account Options

• Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance

• Basic and Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance

• 401(k) Incentive Savings Plan

• Paid Holidays (Fixed and floating)

• Paid Time Off and Sick Days

• Additional Benefits:

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Accident Insurance

  • Legal Plan

  • Critical Illness Insurance

  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance

  • Legal Plan

  • ID Theft Insurance

  • Universal Life

What do we expect from you as a Maintenance I/E Technician - Planner?

• 3-5 years of direct experience in the Instrumentation & Electrical industry, preferably within a process or industrial environment (e.g., chemical, petrochemical, oil & gas terminal).

• Must possess or be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) as required by the Maritime Transportation Security Act.

• Must possess a valid state Driver’s License.

• Must be fluent in English (read, write, speak).

• Effective oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to read, interpret, and follow written job instructions, directions, and regulatory documents (e.g., U.S. Coast Guard manuals).

• Proficient computer skills, including experience with Google Suite and navigating CMMS systems such as Hexagon EAM.

• Ability to prioritize work and strong multi-tasking skills.

• Proven ability to function effectively as a team player.

• Ability to work a regular work schedule, as well as overtime as workload dictates, and participate in an on-call schedule.

Nice to have:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Electrical Journeyman State License.

• NCCER certification in Industrial Electrician or Instrument Technician.

All Company Core Competencies as well as the following job specific competencies:

• Eagerness to Learn

• Problem Analysis & Judgment

• Communication & Listening

• Planning & Organizing

• Discipline

• Teamwork

What does your day look like?

Your core responsibilities are:

The Maintenance I/E Technician - Planner is responsible for the full lifecycle of maintenance activities, from hands-on execution to strategic planning. This includes troubleshooting, repairing, and installing electrical and instrumentation systems and controls within the terminal. A critical part of this role is ensuring all prerequisites, such as compliance with permit-to-work and procurement requirements, are fulfilled to allow for the safe and efficient scheduling of work orders for execution. 

Main responsibilities include,

Planning & Scheduling:

• Field survey of the work request in order to fully understand problem(s) and implication(s). Executing functional tests, calibrations, troubleshooting, and repairs on a wide range of instruments, electrical equipment, and process/environmental analyzers.

• Determining the required activities to execute the work order (determine what activities, sequence, procedures, parts, services, labor, tools and/or material lists are needed and determine feasibility of Work order, whether MOC process needs to be tr