Power Plant IC&E Technician

General James M. Gavin Power Plant is a 2,600-megawatt supercritical coal-fired power station in the village of Cheshire, Ohio, United States. The Instrument Control TechnicianPerforms technical and specialized work of a skilled nature in connection with electrical and control systems; analysis, detection, and repair of single loop control systems, electronic, devices, communication systems, and instruments such as meters, gauges, and regulators. The Instrument and Control Technician assists others in making tests, surveys and layout work and the development of reports documenting results.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform technical and specialized work of a skilled nature in connection withthe repair and maintenance of electrical and solid-state electronic systems,communication systems, instrument and control systems, equipment interlocks,computers, annunciator systems, and recorders.
• Actively participate in job briefs and safety discussions. Maintain a strongfocus on hazard identification and elimination. Perform work in accordance withthe policies, practices, standards, and rules of the company.
• Participate inaccident investigations when requested.
• Maintain safe working conditions, useof proper tools, equipment, and protective clothing & devices. Keep work areasclean; check and maintain assigned housekeeping areas.
• Take a collaborative approach to problem solving. Work with energy production,maintenance personnel, and others to resolve immediate equipment problems andensure equipment is repaired safely and efficiently.
• Actively seek ways to improve productivity and equipment reliability.Investigate abnormal operating conditions, equipment failures, equipment designissues, operating and maintenance problems.
• Review, update, revise drawings and other documentation and/or procedures as needed. Assist with technical andsafety training of others.
• Assist or perform, as directed, analytical work in connection with equipmenttesting, chemical analyses, engineering studies and calculations related to theoperating efficiency of power plant equipment and assist engineers and othersperforming technical services.
• Work fair share of holdover, scheduled, and call-out overtime which at timesmay include weekend or night shift coverage for urgent jobs or startup support.
• Perform similar or less skilled tasks and other duties as assigned.