Instrumentation and Controls; I&C Technician

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise:
Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.

We are seeking a reliable and skilled Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Technician to support the operation and maintenance of critical plant systems. This role involves hands‑on work with advanced control platforms including Ovation, Foxboro Spec 200, and Rockwell PLCs. You’ll be responsible for calibrating and troubleshooting instrumentation to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent performance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining high operational standards.

Additionally, you’ll work during planned outages every April and October with overtime opportunities available.

• Install, maintain, calibrate, and configure a wide range of process instrumentation, including flow, level, pressure, and temperature sensors, switches, control valves, and other field devices using industry‑standard tools.
• Calibrate loop controllers (Foxboro and Fisher Wizards).
• Troubleshoot and repair control systems including Foxboro Spec 200, Ovation and Rockwell PLCs.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Perform loop checks and instrument diagnostics.
• Accurately maintain documentation and records of repairs, calibrations, and maintenance activities.
• Assist with system upgrades and commissioning.
• Work with engineering to improve system reliability and efficiency.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on control systems.
• Ensure all work complies with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

• Certification to ANSI/ANS 3.1, 4.5.2 (1978)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the Instrumentation and Controls field
• At least 1 year of related technical training, or successful completion of the PVNGS I+C Apprentice Program
• Exposure to industrial work environments, including shift work and overtime, as required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• EEI MASS Test administered

• Nuclear power plant experience
• 5+ years of experience in industrial instrumentation and controls maintenance
• Experience with Ovation, Foxboro Spec 200, and Rockwell PLCs
• Experience in industrial environments such as oil & gas, water/wastewater, manufacturing, energy, or mining
• ISA Certification (CCST or similar) a plus
• Experience with calibration tools and asset management software
• Associate degree or technical certification in Instrumentation or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Strong understanding of electrical, pneumatic, analog, and digital control systems
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, and electrical schematics
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Excellent safety record and attention to detail

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA
• Short/Long term disability
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan (401k) with 75% of 6% company match.
• Paid time off and holidays
• Training and professional development opportunities

1) Calibrates, function tests, troubleshoots, rework, modifies, and inspects plant equipment in accordance with technical specifications, station administrative control procedures and quality requirements.

2) Attendance in and completion of scheduled technical training.

3) Ability to utilize knowledge gained to meet…