Analyzer Technician

About Company:

Based in Houston, Taurus Industrial Group (Taurus) is a leading, integrated and industry-diversified technical services company offering end-to-end services across multiple service lines. Leveraging a growing footprint with operations in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Taurus’s service offerings cover engineering and automation, electrical and instrumentation, power systems testing and commissioning, civil and mechanical crafts, pipe and structural steel fabrication, rotating equipment maintenance and repairs, full-service soft crafts, insulation and scaffold, specialty tooling and machining, technical bolting, heat treating, hot-tapping, line stopping and NDT / inspections.

With over 60 years of continuous, safe, and reliable operating experience, Taurus operates across multiple industries and sectors, providing front-end engineering, routine maintenance, capital projects, and turnaround services. We service multiple areas of the energy industry, from our origins in traditional petrochemical and refining industries to the broader power, natural gas, midstream, industrials, and the emerging renewables market.

About the Role:

The Analyzer Technician plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and optimal performance of analytical instruments used in various industrial and laboratory settings. This position involves the installation, calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex analyzers that monitor chemical, physical, or biological parameters. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering and operations teams to support continuous process improvement and compliance with safety and quality standards. By maintaining analyzer systems in peak condition, the Analyzer Technician directly contributes to the integrity of data collection and operational efficiency. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can manage technical challenges and provide timely solutions to minimize downtime.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree in instrumentation, electronics, or a related field is preferred.
• Proven experience working with analytical instruments, including calibration and maintenance.
• Basic understanding of electrical and electronic systems relevant to analyzer technology.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and calibration procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering Technology, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Experience with process control systems and industrial automation.
• Familiarity with safety standards and regulatory compliance related to laboratory and industrial instrumentation.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic software and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration and training.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on a variety of analytical instruments and systems to ensure consistent and accurate operation.
• Calibrate analyzers according to manufacturer specifications and industry standards to maintain measurement precision.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot analyzer malfunctions using technical manuals, diagnostic tools, and software.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support process optimization and resolve instrumentation issues promptly.
• Document maintenance activities, calibration results, and repairs accurately to comply with regulatory and company requirements.
• Install new analyzer equipment and integrate it into existing systems, ensuring proper configuration and functionality.
• Provide technical support and training to operators and other personnel on analyzer operation and best practices.

Skills:

The required skills enable the Analyzer Technician to perform precise calibration and maintenance tasks that ensure analyzers provide accurate data critical for operational decisions. Troubleshooting skills are essential for quickly identifying and resolving technical issues to minimize downtime and maintain process continuity. Knowledge of electrical and electronic systems supports the technician in understanding analyzer components and performing repairs effectively. Preferred skills such as familiarity with automation and diagnostic software enhance the technician’s ability to integrate analyzers with broader control systems and streamline maintenance workflows. Strong communication skills facilitate clear documentation and effective training, ensuring that all team members understand analyzer operation and maintenance procedures.