Senior Instrumentation and Controls Technician

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Reg Full Time Indiv. Contributor Sunnyvale, CA, US

Salary Range: 52.00 to 58.50 Hourly

Ever-Green Energy is looking for a Senior Instrumentation and Controls Technician to maintain, repair, calibrate, install, and troubleshoot all plant control/measurement equipment: (electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and electromechanical) to ensure full and efficient operation of the plants. Performs the responsibilities as a Senior I&C position for the company, in accordance company standards.

This role maintains, repairs, calibrates, installs, and troubleshoots plant control/measurement equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operation. The position requires experience with BAS/BMS, PLC, HMI, and instrumentation and control systems, and may require occasional off-hour responses for plant emergencies.

• Software and Database Maintenance:
  Daily alarm monitoring, backups of control logic, database files, and graphics; software patching; schedule and setpoint reviews.
• Physical Controller Maintenance: hardware inspections, tightening connections, battery replacement, and cleaning.
• Field Device Maintenance:
  Override verifications, troubleshooting, maintenance, calibration and testing on all plant control/measurement equipment including wiring; repair and replace faulty equipment; perform preventative maintenance.
• Identify root causes of malfunctions in plant operations and take corrective actions for electrical and instrumentation issues.
• Maintain a testing laboratory and test/repair plant control and measurement equipment to ensure safe, reliable operation.
• Ensure parts and consumables for plant control equipment are stocked and available.
• Perform major and minor installations of equipment.
• Respond to off-hour calls for plant emergencies.
• Lead or assist vendors in conducting predictive and preventive maintenance tests and diagnostics as directed.
• Review plant modifications and projects for compatibility with existing systems and standards.
• Plan and coordinate control/measurement installations with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams.
• Support plant operations, including operating the Thermal Plant, as assigned.
• Perform other tasks as directed.

• BAS/BMS, PLC, HMI and Instrumentation and Control formal training.
• 3-5 years of experience performing comparable duties in a similar industrial plant setting; strong in Instrumentation and Controls.
• Valid driver's license with a clear driving record.

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. The role involves climbing, kneeling, lifting up to 30 pounds, working with tools and equipment in industrial settings, and potential exposure to hazards such as fumes, high-pressure steam, extreme temperatures, and moving machinery. PPE is provided as needed.

The hourly range for this position is 52.00 to 58.50. Salary and benefits vary based on experience, location, and internal equity. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance, 401k with employer match, HSA/FSA, PTO, and holidays.

It is the responsibility of each Ever-Green Energy employee to work safely and in accordance with applicable regulations, company policies, and safety standards. The company values integrity and inclusivity across all backgrounds and beliefs.