What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrumentation and Controls Technician position at GE Vernova?
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The instrumentation and controls technician is responsible for the calibration, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and installation of site instrumentation, controls, and electrical components within a Combined Cycle power plant
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
About Us
Inclusion & Diversity
At GE, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong. Click here to learn more: https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/i-d-e
For U.S. based candidates only, for purposes of complying with U.S. pay transparency requirements, the pay range for this position is $27 - $38 per hour.
The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Benefits Available To You
GE employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-career-benefits
Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
About GE Vernova Gas Power
GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base.
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Come and join our powerful, unified force with the energy to change the world.
Our mission is BIG. Our TRANSFORMATION is key – bringing the right businesses together to LEAD the ENERGY TRANSITION. Our TEAM is ready.
The instrumentation and controls technician is responsible for the calibration, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and installation of site instrumentation, controls, and electrical components within a Combined Cycle power plant
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
- Maintain and repair all electrical, instrumentation and control systems on site.
- Perform calibration as required on all control system input and output devices. Example: transmitters, control valves, etc.
- Maintain power distribution equipment including switchgear, motor control centers, power distribution panels, etc.
- Assist in improvement of maintenance procedures and record keeping.
- Maintain Gas Turbine Continuous Emissions Monitoring System.
- Support Operations and Maintenance personnel as required.
- Comply with all applicable environmental, health, and safety policies to maintain a safe working environment.
- Minimum high school diploma graduate or equivalent.
- Minimum 4 years progressively responsible experience in power plant, marine, refinery, or similar industries.
- Proficient in calibration and troubleshooting of Instrumentation.
- Experience with repair or replacement of process control instrumentation.
- Fundamental knowledge of programmable logic controllers or distributed control systems.
- Fundamental knowledge of electrical distribution equipment.
- Able to use test instruments for electrical testing and troubleshooting.
- Available for call-outs during the week and weekends.
- Willing to learn equipment operation, troubleshooting and repair from Manufacturers Manuals or other information.
- Able to climb ladders and stairs to access equipment installed within the power plant.
- Able to pass a pre-hire background check, drug screening, and physical exam.
- Installation, setup, and troubleshooting of networks and network switches
- Demonstrated knowledge in calibration and troubleshooting of instrumentation with record of success outside of school.
- Experience in Maintenance Management System.
- Experience with troubleshooting and repair without established procedures.
- Knowledge of Modbus concept.
- Familiarization with the National Electrical Code.
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Electronics Technology or Electronics Engineering Technology.
- Willing to share knowledge and experience with other technicians in the group.
- Proficient in using computers running Microsoft Windows 7 and Microsoft programs Word, Excel, etc.
- Flexible, adapts well to changes in scope and schedule.
- Thrives on variety, learning, and cooperation.
- Collaborates effectively in a team setting.
- Qualified to operate aerial lift, scissor lift, forklift.
About Us
Inclusion & Diversity
At GE, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong. Click here to learn more: https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/i-d-e
For U.S. based candidates only, for purposes of complying with U.S. pay transparency requirements, the pay range for this position is $27 - $38 per hour.
The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
- The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
Benefits Available To You
GE employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-career-benefits
- Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
- A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
- GE invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.
Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
About GE Vernova Gas Power
GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base.
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Salary : $27 - $38