Instrumentation and Controls Technician

Responsibilities

• Models the mission, vision, values, and culture of the organization
• Performs troubleshooting and maintenance of plant control systems in accordance with established plant and industry guidelines to ensure maximum safety, availability, and reliability of the generating units
• Cooperatively works within I&E and with engineering, maintenance, and operations departments regarding technical issues and procedures, schedules, maintenance items, and equipment status
• Follows formal work process pertaining to maintenance tasks
• Maintains management and departmental commitments concerning equipment status, plant efficiency, and unit reliability
• Performs preventative and corrective maintenance of industrial control systems such as: low and medium voltage single and three phase electrical distribution systems up to 35 kV, process, and analytical device calibrations such as switches and transmitters, pneumatic and hydraulic repairs, valve, and damper drives
• Interprets and troubleshoots relay logic and motor controls
• Troubleshoots and maintains computer control systems such as PLC and DCS
• Responsible for leading troubleshooting, maintenance (preventative and corrective) of plant control systems, small to large projects, as well as driving continuous improvement to work processes

Requirements

• Associate degree in electricity, electronics, or related field; completion of a certified apprenticeship in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Current valid driver’s license plus ability to remain insurable under a company vehicle liability policy and be subject to random drug screening under DOT requirements as a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) driver
• 10 years of experience working in instrumentation, controls, or electrical systems in a power plant, chemical facility, or other industrial operations environment
• 3+ years of experience in troubleshooting and repair of Emerson Ovation DCS and Allen-Bradley PLC

Desirable Skills/Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in operating/troubleshooting/repairing motor starters, circuit breakers, low/medium voltage switchgear
• Valid State of Colorado journeyman or master electrician license (reciprocity from another state may be considered)
• Valid ISA level 1 or 2 CCST certification

Working Conditions

• Works fully onsite at a Colorado Front Range location
• Scheduled to work four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Thursday, 6:30 am - 5:00 pm
• Frequent use of light or medium-weight objects (e.g. 25-50 lbs.) and use of medium-weight tools is required
• Moderate to considerable physical effort that includes working from ladders in awkward positions
• Marginal to moderate exposure to conditions that are unpredictable and may lead to workplace injury due to exposure to fly ash or working around energized electrical equipment or at heights
• Subject to regulation by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)

Compensation

• Base Wage Range: $82,000-155,500 annual salary
• Additional incentive compensation including an annual profit share award and overtime pay
• Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Accident and Hospital, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, 401(k) plan with employer match, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO)