Instrumentation and Electrical Technician - Power Plant

Company: Atlantica
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: May 7, 2025

Job Description:

Description:As the Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Technician (I & E Tech), you will be responsible for repairing and maintaining all instrumentation & electrical equipment (both low & high voltage) at the facility including corrective and preventive maintenance on process control instrumentation, control valves, control systems, motors, motor control centers, breakers and any other electrical, instrumentation or controls components that are used in the electric generating plants. Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and performs corrective action on process control instrumentation and control valves.
• Calibrates electronic and pneumatic pressure transmitters and controllers.
• Repairs or replaces thermocouple or RTD temperature elements.
• Install stainless steel instrumentation tubing.
• Performs the installation, repair, replacement and testing of new and existing electrical lines, circuits, systems, fixtures, panels, switches, breakers, and controls located in and near installation buildings and structures.
• Troubleshoots and performs corrective action on electrical motors and plant electrical equipment and switchgear.
• Completes material requisitions in a complete and accurate manner.
• Writes complete and accurate accounts of work performed onto work orders.
• Performs all tasks assigned by the I & E Supervisor.
• Maintains good housekeeping, including company vehicles.
• Performs all work according to Atlantica's safety policies.Other Duties and Responsibilities
  • Possesses a good attitude, self-motivated and works well within a team.
  • Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
  • Ability to perform and review preventive maintenance tasks associated with all electrical equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and single line drawings, loop drawings, and P&ID drawings.
  • Ability to operate a computer in accessing/updating work orders and stores information.
  • Ability to function with limited to no supervision or technical assistance.
  • Possesses a good attitude, self-motivated and works well within a team.
  • Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
  • Ability to perform and review preventive maintenance tasks associated with all electrical equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and single line drawings, loop drawings, and P&ID drawings.
  • Ability to operate a computer in accessing/updating work orders and stores information.
  • Ability to function with limited to no supervision or technical assistance.Requirements:PrerequisitesHigh School Diploma or equivalent (GED), plus 5+ years direct work experience as an Electrical and/or Instrumentation Technician in an industrial environment. Skills and Abilities
    • Knowledge of different instrument technologies used in power plant industry like pressure transmitters, Level transmitters (SP, Radar, float---), Flowmeters, etc.
    • Basic Knowledge of power plant different processes. (Water treatment plant, Rankine Cycle, Heat exchangers). Fundamental knowledge of electrical and electronic theory.
    • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and single line drawings, loop drawings, and P&ID drawings.Essential Functions of the Job Ability to perform light physical work, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis, and 20 pounds of force on an occasional basis, performing tasks requiring manual dexterity (such as keyboard and ten-key device operation), and such activities as grasping, lifting, reaching, crouching, standing, walking, running, climbing, stooping, kneeling, pulling, sitting, and repetitive tasks. The ability to discern assorted colors.Working ConditionsWorks in a remote solar power plant environment. Potential exposure to hot, cold, sudden change of temperature, dry, wet, dusty, dirty, quiet, noisy, and working alone or with others. Potential hazards include CTS, minor cuts, falls, eyesight, and hearing impairment. Safety critical position.Compensation details: 31.91-46.59 Hourly WagePI1cbe313f4276-37820-32828925

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