Experienced Instrumentation Mechanic

Inspects, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs mechanical systems, including fixed and rotating equipment, engines, pumps, generators, compressors, piping, valves, vessels. Identifies and implements reliability, integrity, economic, carbon reduction, and safety improvements for above systems.

Performs routine tasks independently. General supervision of non-routine work. Has basic knowledge of Chevron policies and practices

Manufacturing Operations business unit is accepting online applications for the position of Experienced Instrumentation Mechanic located in the Richmond, California Refinery through October 30th, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (PT).

Chevron Corporation is one of the world’s leading energy companies. Headquartered in San Ramon, California, and conducting business in approximately 180 countries, the company is engaged in every aspect of the oil and natural gas industry, including exploration and production; refining, marketing, and transportation; chemicals manufacturing and sales; and power generation.

An Experienced Refinery Instrumentation Mechanic plays a key role in a wide variety of instrumentation maintenance tasks such as installation, preventive maintenance, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing of process control and analytical equipment in a large industrial facility. Instrument mechanics work in a shop and field environment. This position works with other Maintenance crafts, Reliability, Operations and technical groups on a daily basis. As a 24/7 operating refinery, working overtime, weekends, holidays, and shift work is required.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to

• Instrumentation Mechanics are responsible for the proper performance of work within reasonable time limits and in accordance with established procedures, regulations, safe practices, and all applicable codes.
• Works in Process Plant and Instrument Shop environments.
• Performs troubleshooting, preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Disassembles repairs assembles and installs instrumentation equipment as required.
• Maintains and repairs process equipment.
• Works safely and effectively using test equipment such as multimeters, signal generators, and communicators.
• Ability to troubleshoot industrial instrumentation including electronic, electro-mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Makes necessary craft computations and uses a computer.
• Ability to read instrumentation drawings such as P&IDs and schematics.
• Must be able to take initiative and work independently. Has the ability to plan and organize own work. 
• Responsible for the safe and economic use of resources.
• Looks for and acts on opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce costs. 
• Ability to display a comprehensive understanding of refinery policies and procedures.
• Ability to grasp complex issues and apply good problem-solving skills to develop recommendations/solutions.
• Build positive working relationships with operators and other crafts, both internally and externally to Chevron.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Journey Level-Instrumentation - Must be able to provide proof.

This job is a Safety Sensitive Position and is subject to Random Drug/Alcohol testing in addition to pre-employment background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years working as Journey-Level Instrumentation.
• A degree or certification in the Instrumentation field.

Testings & Assessments

If selected to participate in the pre-employment testing process with Chevron, you will be required to take the following battery of STANG timed tests: 

• Craft Specific Aptitude Assessment: Measures the ability to read, understand, and use information in graphs, charts, tables, and written passages to solve problems and apply general craft knowledge and principles to understand and implement solutions to various situations.
• Hands-on Skill Assessment: Measures the demonstrated abilities and knowledge of the Instrumentation fundamentals.

Chevron's tests are focused on industrial aptitudes. Candidates should focus on their abilities, reading comprehension, understanding information in tables and graphs, and understanding industrial math.

IMPORTANT NOTE

As part of the application process, you will be required to take an assessment that measures aptitude and work styles. We recommend you allow approx. 45 minutes to complete the assessment in one sitting. If you need to exit, your progress will be saved.

You will be immediately directed to the testing portal upon submittal of your application, at which point you will have 72 hours (about 3 days) to complete the online assessment.  

Once complete, your assessment score will be valid for 180 days. Should you re-apply for another Job Requisition within this timeframe that includes the Maintenance Assessment, you will be required to complete the application process and then click on the assessment link. This will resubmit your previous results.

Relocation Options:

Relocation may be considered.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions

• The compensation and reference to benefits for this role are listed in this posting in compliance with applicable law. Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable to U.S. payroll offers.
• The anticipated hourly wage for this position is $56.88. The selected candidate’s compensation will be determined based on their skills, experience, and qualifications.
• Chevron offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which include, but is not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at http://hr2.chevron.com/.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

U.S. Regulatory notice:

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at emplymnt@chevron.com.

Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.