Instrument & Electrical Technician I, II

The Instrumentation & Controls Technician is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and calibrating electrical, instrumentation, control, and monitoring systems that support natural gas underground storage, pipeline, compressor, processing operations, and transmission regulating station assets associated with Nicor Gas’s Western Region Operations. Primary assignment will be out of the Troy Grove facility near Mendota, IL and will support additional facilities in the Rockford, Galena, Dixon and Geneseo areas.

Responsibilities

• Installs, inspects, maintains, operates, troubleshoots, repairs, calibrates and adjusts various pneumatic, hydraulic, electric and electronic devices.
• Installs, programs, troubleshoots and repairs various Programmable Logic (PLC) controls.
• Performs preventative maintenance checks on compressors, pumps, drivers, and auxiliary equipment, including utilization of Lockout/Tagout Programs.
• Performs Inspection and Maintenance (I&M) Compliance checks on all control systems and components.
• Maintains electrical switch gear and power distribution systems up to and including 4160 VAC.
• Installs, analyzes and maintains gas measurement systems (Ultrasonic/DP/Orifice).
• Responds to emergency and operational needs whenever necessary.
• Identifies and reports safety and environmental concerns.
• Completes appropriate documentation and paperwork.

Requirements

• Intermediate computer skills with MS operating system and current MS Office applications, and quick to learn other applications (i.e., company software).
• Associates degree in a technical field, or equivalent work experience.
• Working experience with 480 VAC motor controls including soft starts and VFDs.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting single-line diagrams, electrical schematics, and technical blueprints.
• Working knowledge of National Electric Code and NFPA 70E.
• Experience applying and interpreting results from common electrical measurement instruments (voltmeter, ammeter, ohmmeter, calibration instruments, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• At least three years’ prior work experience in instrumentation, electronics and control systems.
• Experience with reciprocating and gas turbine engines and ancillary equipment.
• Knowledge/Experience with process controls and understanding of flammable high-pressure gas, liquid processing fundamentals, and safe handling practices.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation RS5000, RS500 and FTView software.
• Experience troubleshooting and commissioning 4-20ma pressure, temperature, and flow transmitters.
• Experience with GE iFix.
• ISA CCST Certifications.

Required License

• Valid driver’s license and safe driver’s record.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry medium to heavy weight items.
• Reach overhead for items, stoop, bend, and twist while working.
• Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 50 pounds of force frequently.
• Other physical activities include crouching, talking, hearing and performing repetitive motions.
• Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision necessary to navigate a process plant and operate a computer.

The person in this position is required to work for extended periods of time in varied weather conditions. May be required to work periodically away from assigned location and may require overnight stays.

About Southern Company Gas

Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities.

Benefits

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here.

Pay

$57,668.00 - 97,273.00 USD Annually: Base salary varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.