E&I Technician

Summary:

This is technical work involving the installation, repair and maintenance of high and low voltage electrical systems and

equipment, and maintenance of devices that monitor and control the automated systems involved in the processing of

waste and generation of steam and electricity in Waste to Energy Facilities. This position includes all aspects of electrical,

pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, instrumentation and control systems.

Work requires the performance of skilled tasks to be in accordance with trade practices in the installation, repair and

maintenance of electrical wiring, motors, transformers, process controls, field instrumentation, electromechanical and

solid-state modular control equipment and other related systems.

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Instrumentation and Electrical Supervisor, through the use of planned

work requirements, established practices, manuals, incumbent expe1tise and supervisor’s instruction.

Inspects, calibrates, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs instrumentation and electrical components of equipment in the areas

of power generation, steam generation, steam distribution control, electrical switch gear, CEM system,

communication/security system, cooling water system, fire protection system, all water systems, and fuel systems.

Installs, maintains, calibrates and repairs mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic instrumentation within manufacturer’s

specifications. Installs pipe and/or tubing to process connection.

Troubleshoots low, medium or high voltage motors, transformers and cable systems to locate faults using electrical test

devices. Performs realignment of high voltage switch gear, LCS and MCC breakers as required by plant conditions. Strips

and realigns electrical busses.

Installs conduit, cable, receptacles, boxes, raceways, motor controllers and panel boards. Determines conduit wire size and

grounding requirements as per electrical code regulations.

Installs, operates, repairs, adjusts and troubleshoots PLCs, switchboard monitoring controls, and remote activation controls

requiring specialized skills.

Reworks and fits valves, regulators, actuators, cams, pressure reducers, transmitters and flow control valves, with various

tools and instruments.

Inputs and interprets PLC and HMI computer commands; evaluates data, ensuring proper systems operation and makes entries

into computerized maintenance control system. Updates plant drawings to reflect changes and provides written documentation

of work performed. Enters same into computerized maintenance system.

Maintains and repairs building components such as lighting systems, vent fans, small HYAC equipment and fire detection

equipment.

Installs, configures, and maintains plant process and data acquisition computer systems on the company-wide LAN.

Performs related work, as required and/or assigned.

Thorough knowledge of local, state and federal codes applicable to the installation, repair and maintenance of processing

plant and related equipment.

Considerable knowledge of all aspects of instrumentation, repair techniques, advanced theories of operation and

troubleshooting techniques in the mechanical field.

Considerable knowledge of electrical installation, repair and maintenance practices and procedures, as they apply to an

industrial setting.

Knowledge of and ability to interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, specifications, technical manuals, control circuit

diagrams and power distribution diagrams.

Knowledge of basic algebraic equations and basic physics pertaining to pressure-temperature relationships, boiler plant

operation and turbine operation principles.

Knowledge of safety and environmental precautions and hazards of industrial plants.

Working knowledge of local, state and federal environmental laws and regulations regarding Power Plant emissions.

Skill at diagnosing and troubleshooting equipment failure problems.

Skill in the use of tools, materials and equipment used in the electrical and maintenance field.

Skill in interpersonal relations and the exercise of good judgment and discretion in order to deal effectively with

employees, vendors, customers, and the general public.

Ability to work from drawings and specifications and to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

• Read, understand, and apply information such assafety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Read, analyze and interpret…