Instrument Electrician Technician

Job Summary

The Instrument/ Electrical Technician reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Operations Supervisor and is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining all process instruments, controls, computers, PLCs and electrical systems at the Newton facility.

• Troubleshoot and repair electric, electronic and control circuitry, programmable logic controllers, AC and DC motors, breakers (120 V 1‑phase to 4 160 V 3‑phase), transformers, power supplies, fiber optics, generators, plant lighting, telephone and paging systems, and HVAC equipment.
• Perform process instrumentation calibration and repair.
• Interpret drawings and instruction manuals and perform rigging as necessary to move, lift and position heavy equipment.
• Lift, operate, and position heavy equipment as required.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

• Associate Degree in Electronic Engineering Technology or equivalent completion of an approved apprenticeship program.
• 48 months (4 years) experience in instrument and electrical maintenance in a power plant or heavy industry (Power Plant experience preferred).
• Working knowledge of mathematics and physics.
• Ability to provide documentation supporting instrument and electrical experience.
• Patience and ability to exercise care when working with small and precision parts.
• Basic computer skills needed to perform job functions in a computer‑based maintenance system.
• Ability to climb ladders, lift and carry heavy loads, work in areas involving heights, enclosed spaces, and near or above water.
• Willingness to work overtime and shifts.
• Successful candidate on the Plant Operator Selection System/Power Plant Operations and Maintenance (POSS/MASS) program.

Hourly rate: $50.10. Eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee and family members.

Newton, Illinois

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in the selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

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