Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Technician

JOB SUMMARY (Why does job exist?)
The Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical (IC&E) Technician reports directly to the IC&E Supervisor and supports the maintenance and operation of an 800 MW supercritical coal-fired generating station. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, testing, maintenance, calibration, repair, and proper operation of plant electrical, instrumentation, and control systems including DCS, PLCs, turbine controls, switchgear, motors, analyzers, and process instrumentation. The position supports safe and reliable plant operation through preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities while complying with all plant safety and environmental procedures.
ESSSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Troubleshoot, test, repair, calibrate, and maintain plant instrumentation and electrical equipment
• Maintain and support distributed control systems (DCS), PLCs, turbine controls, and associated hardware
• Troubleshoot AC/DC motors, breakers, switches, actuators, transmitters, analyzers, and process instrumentation
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities on electrical and instrumentation systems
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, loop sheets, P&IDs, schematics, and technical manuals
• Install, modify, and repair wiring, conduit, control panels, and associated electrical equipment
• Use electrical and electronic test equipment including multimeters, meggers, oscilloscopes, and process calibrators
• Perform inspections and maintenance in compliance with plant procedures and applicable electrical codes
• Support outages, startups, commissioning activities, and operational troubleshooting
• Coordinate work activities with operations, contractors, and maintenance personnel
• Maintain clean and safe work areas and comply with all plant safety and LOTO procedures
• Participate in on-call rotation and work extended hours or shift coverage as required
• Support maintenance and calibration activities associated with environmental monitoring systems as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS)

• Associate degree or technical certification in Instrumentation, Electrical Technology, Electronics, or related field preferred
• Equivalent industrial power plant or heavy industrial maintenance experience considered in lieu of formal education
• Working knowledge of AC/DC electrical systems, instrumentation, process controls, motors, drives, and switchgear
• Experience troubleshooting PLC/DCS systems preferred
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and control documentation
• Knowledge of plant safety practices and Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Valid driver's license required
• Successfully complete pre-employment physical exam, including a drug alcohol test, and a background check

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Power generation or heavy industrial maintenance experience
• Experience with Emerson Ovation or similar DCS platforms
• Experience with turbine control systems
• High-voltage switching and grounding experience
• Experience supporting emissions monitoring or environmental systems
• Knowledge of PLC-based control systems in an industrial or power generation environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILIITES

Does this job have supervisory responsibilities? No

Supervision Received:

Receives guidance with respect to general objectives; in the majority of tasks and projects assigned, determines methods, work sequences, scheduling, and methods to achieve objectives or assignments; operates within specific policy guidelines.

Are there non-supervisory employees who report directly to this job? No

Are there subordinate supervisors reporting to this job? No

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply with all Safety & Environmental policies, practices and procedures
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Clean Plant, Shop, and other work areas
• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill
• The IC&E Technician (Level 1) will be capable of proper High Voltage grounding throughout the facility
• Thorough knowledge of High Voltage in respect to coordinating/supervising a contractor work force
• Implement the facility's maintenance programs in the electrical instrument and controls areas
• Ability to stand in for supervision when required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Level of education and experience needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.

Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Level of language (ability to read, write and speak English) needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Level of mathematical skills and ability to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Level of reasoning skills and abilities needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of his/her job.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establishes facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

COMPUTER OPERATIONS

Utilize complex computer operations (intermediate programming in 3rd and 4th generation languages, relational databases, and operating systems) and advanced features of software packages (word-processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.)

PLANNING/ORGANIZATION

Handle multiple projects simultaneously.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Licenses, certificates, or registrations that are required to perform the essential duties of this job.

Valid Driver's License

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

How much on-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities?

Frequent: Standing; Walking; Sitting; Using hand to finger, handle or feel; Reaching with hands and arms; Talking or hearing; Driving

Occasional: Climbing or balancing; Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; Tasting or smelling; Respirator use

Does this job require that weight be lifted or force be exerted? If so, how much and how often?

Frequent: Up to 25 lbs
Occasional: Up to 50 lbs

WORKING CONDITIONS

Industrial power plant environment with exposure to noise, heat, dust, vibration, and outdoor weather conditions. Frequent walking, climbing, standing, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Occasional respirator use and confined space work may be required.

Occasional: Wet or humid conditions (non-weather); Work near moving mechanical parts; Work in high precarious places; Fumes or airborne practices; Outdoor weather conditions; Extreme heat (non-weather); Vibration

Rare: Toxic or caustic chemicals; Extreme cold (non-weather); Risk of electrical shock; Work with explosives; Risk of radiation

How much noise is typical for the work environment of this job?

Loud (examples: metal can manufacturing department, large earth-moving equipment)

TRAVEL

Minimal overnight travel (up to 10%) by land and/or air.