Instrumentation, Controls Electronics Technician

JOB INFORMATION

* Job Title:

Instrumentation, Controls, & Electronics Technician II (or) Senior

* Job Code: 127971 (or) 127972

* Grade:
Technical 41 (or) Technical 42

Maintains, calibrates and troubleshoots power plant control systems, Motor Control Centers, Switch Gears, Transformers, etc. in support of efficient generation of power under varying conditions.

* Performs responsibilities with standardized processes. Works under general supervision. Resolves routine questions and problems using basic principles of field. Refers the more complex issues to higher levels. Generally follows established procedures to accomplish requirements of job. Some latitude for deviation.

• Perform required testing of various process instruments and safety systems such as ESD, fire detection and gas detection systems.
• Provide general troubleshooting and programming modifications for Programmable Logic Control/Distributed Control Systems and HMI systems.
• Provide basic AC/DC electrical system maintenance and troubleshooting for voltages up to 7200V with some supervision.
• Completes and publishes calibration and testing reports for documentation purposes.
• Assists entry level technicians.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Schedules and coordinates daily activities with supervisor.
• Performs general maintenance, configuration and calibration of process and safety instrumentation utilized in the multitude of processes involved in electrical generation.
• Serves as a technical resource to operations personnel and lower technician positions.

• Associate's Degree in a technical discipline And 1 year experience in Electrical & Controls/Industrial Controls;
  Or
• High School Diploma/GED And 3 years experience in Electrical & Controls/Industrial Controls;
  Or
• Prior military experience for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214 and 2 years experience in Electrical & Controls/Industrial Controls.
• A certificate of completion from a vocational trade institution in an Electrical & Controls/Industrial Controls field is equivalent to 1 year of Electrical & Controls/Industrial Controls experience.
• Experience must include 1 year Electrical & Controls/Industrial Controls experience in a power plant or other process controlled environment including oil/gas/chemical refining and/or processing or manufacturing.

• Associate's Degree And 5 years experience in Electrical & Controls/Industrial Controls;
  Or
• High School Diploma/GED And 7 years experience in Electrical & Controls/Industrial Controls;
  Or
• Prior military experience for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214 and 6 years experience in Electrical & Controls/Industrial Controls.
• A certificate of completion from a vocational trade institution in an Electrical & Controls/Industrial Controls field is equivalent to 1 year of Electrical & Controls/Industrial Controls experience.
• Experience must include 3 years Electrical & Controls/Industrial Controls experience in a power plant or other process controlled environment including oil/gas/chemical refining and/or processing or manufacturing

• May be required to cross-train in various crafts and operation departments at various times of the year.
• May work under hazardous conditions where physical danger exists due to mechanical equipment.
• May be exposed to extreme conditions and inclement weather.
• Required to work in a multi-craft crew including Mechanics, Electricians, Insulators, Instrument & Controls Technicians, and Machinist who work together to support the operations of the plant.
• May require travel.
• May be required to work at heights up to and exceeding thirty (30) feet, underground and in confined spaces.
• May be required to work overtime and weekends and holidays.
• May be required to work non-standard work schedules to include on-call and call-outs.

General Requirements

• Occasionally:
  Sitting
• Occasionally:
  Crawling
• Occasionally:
  Repetitive Motions
• Frequently:
  Standing
• Frequently:
  Walking
• Frequently:
  Pushing
• Frequently:
  Pulling
• Frequently:
  Climbing
• Frequently:
  Stooping
• Frequently:
  Kneeling
• Frequently:
  Crouching
• Frequently:
  Reaching
• Frequently:
  Grasping
• Frequently:
  Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

• Frequently:
  Lifting up to 50 lbs
• Frequently:
  Carrying up to 50 lbs

• Member will not be required to drive in order to perform their job duties.
• The operation of equipment, machinery or power tools;
• Repairing, maintaining or monitoring the performance or operation of any equipment, machinery or manufacturing process, the malfunction or disruption of which could result in injury or property damage;
• The operation, maintenance or oversight of critical services and infrastructure including but not limited to, electric utilities, power generation or distribution;

• Ability to communicate with individuals at various levels throughout the organization.
• Basic computer skills using MS Office.
• Strong knowledge of Programmable Logic…