Control Electrical Technician (Local 127) - Gillette, Wyoming (Wyodak Plant) - #112591

Pacific Power • Gillette, WY

458d • $100,006 - $104,790

About The Position

The Control Electrical Technician (CET) at PacifiCorp is responsible for repairing and maintaining plant instrumentation and control systems. This role involves working under the direction of a maintenance supervisor and requires a strong understanding of electrical systems, control equipment, and the ability to interpret technical drawings. The CET will also have the opportunity to instruct and train apprentices, contributing to the development of future technicians.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Documented journeyman level experience and pass a written test demonstrating journeyman level knowledge.
• Demonstrated academic courses in mathematics, electrical theory, and electronics.
• Knowledge of plant control systems such as turbine control computer and plant computer monitoring systems.
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts when necessary.
• Ability to test, repair, and calibrate plant instruments and controls.
• Knowledge of computer software.
• Ability to instruct and train apprentices in maintenance of plant instrumentation and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Repair plant instrumentation and control systems under the direction of a maintenance supervisor.
• Install, modify, adjust, maintain, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair AC and DC electrical power and auxiliary supply equipment.
• Work with pneumatic and hydraulic sensing, measuring, and control equipment.
• Perform general electrical work and manage data acquisition systems and control schemes in steam plant facilities.
• Interpret drawings, specifications, and wiring diagrams.
• Direct and instruct trainees and helpers when assigned.

Benefits

• Health care
• Retirement
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Paid short-term and long-term disability
• Paid bereavement leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED