E&I Technician - WtE (St. Petersburg, FL)

FCC Environmental Services•St. Petersburg, FL

6h•Onsite

About The Position

This role is about service to the community. As part of our Pinellas County Waste-to-Energy team, you’ll help maintain the systems that turn everyday waste into usable energy, reduce landfill dependence, and support a cleaner, more sustainable future for the community we serve. The Electrical & Instrumentation Technician is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, inspecting, calibrating, and maintaining electrical, instrumentation, and distributed control systems throughout the facility in a safe and professional manner. This is a full-time, long-term position supporting a 24/7 facility with a dedicated maintenance team and requires a mix of hands-on electrical maintenance, instrument calibration, and control system troubleshooting, with a strong focus on field diagnostics and problem-solving.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum 4 years of experience in industrial or power generation electrical and instrumentation maintenance, OR Minimum 2 years of experience as a 3rd Class E&I Technician with appropriate instrumentation training, OR Equivalent formal technical training or military electrical / instrumentation experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience in power generation, waste-to-energy, or heavy industrial environments
Familiarity with DCS/PLC systems and plant instrumentation (e.g., ABB, Allen Bradley, Siemens)
Experience with medium-voltage equipment (480V–4160V or higher)
Experience with emissions systems (CEMS) or combustion processes

Responsibilities

Perform preventive, corrective, and calibration maintenance on electrical and instrumentation systems in accordance with Federal and State regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
Troubleshoot, maintain, and test equipment including: Low- and medium-voltage switchgear, Circuit breakers, Motor starters, Power transformers.
Maintain and troubleshoot high-voltage switchyard equipment, Motor Control Centers (MCCs), and steam turbine generators.
Coordinate and monitor work performed by licensed contractors on high-voltage and generator protection systems.
Perform electrical maintenance on waste-to-energy boilers and associated equipment, including pumps, fans, motors, conveyors, and refuse cranes.
Maintain electrical systems related to air pollution control equipment.
Troubleshoot, inspect, calibrate, and repair Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) and plant instrumentation, including flow, pressure, temperature, and level devices.
Troubleshoot, tune, and maintain Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and historian systems.
Diagnose and repair electronic, digital, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical control systems.
Utilize calibration equipment and tools to perform assigned maintenance tasks.
Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues and complete work orders.
Accurately document maintenance activities, work orders, and requisitions.
Respond to after-hours calls and participate in scheduled on-call coverage.
Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), job hazard analyses, and environmental compliance requirements.
Communicate effectively using radios, intercom systems, and direct interaction.
Identify and proactively address recurring or potential equipment issues with minimal supervision.
Operate mobile equipment such as forklifts, manlifts, and skid steers as needed.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated skill level.
Overtime opportunities available.
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave & Holidays)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development
Boot allowance (annual)
Prescription safety eyewear allowance (annual)
All tools and specialized equipment provided by the company
Company-provided uniforms and laundering