Instrument Technician, Level 3
pbfenergy · Torrance, CA · United States · On-site
Posted Aug 12, 2026
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Instrument Technician, Level 3
PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE:PBF) is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating, through its subsidiaries, oil refineries and related facilities. We are a growing organization seeking a talented Instrument Technician, Level 3 to join our team as a pivotal member here at PBF Energy. This role is located at Torrance Refining Company in Torrance, CA.
JOB SUMMARY
The Instrument Technician is responsible to demonstrate an ability to install, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot components of instrumentation/analyzer systems within the refinery. Instrumentation includes temperature, pressure, and level displacers/transmitters, control circuits, electronic/pneumatic control valves and actuators. Liquid measurement for pH, conductivity, sodium, TOC. Ability to troubleshoot equipment including process tubing, junction boxes, marshaling racks, and wiring conduit are also installed and maintained by the incumbent of this position. This is an hourly, union position (USW).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Possesses a commitment to Safety and Safe Work Practices. Works safely and follows all Safety Policies and complies with all site policies and procedures
Installs, maintains, and troubleshoots various types of instruments and analyzers contained within indication, control, and process safety systems and ensures the installation adheres to national codes and site standards
Coordinates with supervision to identify, order, and install replacements for defective parts
Interfaces with the Engineering Department to identify opportunities to upgrade instrumentation to improve reliability via the Management of Change process
Performs offline and online preventative maintenance procedures and produces maintenance records, including new work requests when deficiencies or improvements are identified
Monitors the performance of installed instrumentation equipment for hazards, adjustments, or replacements
Participates in testing of safety systems (SIF/IPF) program to verify integrity of devices identified by the program
Operates handheld test equipment (including multi-meters, pressure calibrators, smart communicators, thermocouple/RTD simulators, dead weight testers, meggers, etc.)
Research documentation from various sources for proper values to check calibration, makes necessary adjustments, and documents all values and changes
Interprets blueprints, loop drawings, and electrical schematics. Redline necessary updates & changes and works with engineering to implement these changes
Mounts instruments and valves into position and completes circuits and tubing according to diagram specifications
Identifies and uses a variety of hand and power tools in a safe manner
Performs job tasks outside under varying weather conditions which may include ladder and stair climbing
Communicates effectively at a technical level with Supervision and Operations personnel
Participate in computer based and face…