Instrument & Controls Technician

Southern Company•Rincon, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Georgia Power is seeking an Instrument and Controls Technician for Plant McIntosh Combustion Turbine Site in Rincon, Georgia, near Savannah. The site serves as a black-start resource for Georgia Power and the Southern Company electric system and as a quick-response peaking plant. It operates eight ABB 11N combustion turbines capable of running on natural gas and fuel oil. The technician performs technical and analytical work on control systems and related electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment used to operate the plant. The role includes troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing turbine and industrial control systems, circuits, valves, instrumentation, transmitters, and meters. The technician works with plant operations to support reliable performance, follow safety and environmental requirements, and contribute to maintenance and continuous-improvement efforts. The position requires working in a power-plant environment and supporting a 24/7 schedule, including weekend and holiday shift work when necessary.

Requirements

Two-year technical degree from a certified technical institution or military equivalent.
Ability to interpret electrical prints.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office computer applications.
Ability to walk and work on grating, including at high elevations.
Ability to work in a power-plant environment that may involve noise, heat, and other challenging conditions.
Physical ability to perform tasks that may involve lifting, climbing, and working in confined spaces.
Successful completion of the Technical Aptitude Test for Instrument & Controls Technicians.
Commitment to safety and adherence to regulatory standards.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Positive, team-oriented attitude; initiative; ability to multitask; adaptability; motivation; and commitment to continuous learning.

Nice To Haves

Experience as an Instrument and Controls Technician, preferably in a power plant or industrial setting.
Proficiency troubleshooting and maintaining GE MarkVIe turbine control and Allen Bradley Control Logix systems.
Strong knowledge of electrical circuits and instrumentation, including transmitters, valves, and meters.
Familiarity with MAXIMO or similar maintenance management systems.
Experience in a Combustion Turbine (CT) and/or Combined Cycle (CC) plant operation.
Experience with functional logic diagrams.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair control systems, including GE MarkVIe and Allen Bradley Control Logix, to support performance and reliability.
Maintain and repair electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic controls and support accurate monitoring and diagnostics of plant equipment.
Inspect, test, calibrate, and repair electrical circuits and instrumentation, including transmitters, valves, and meters.
Diagnose and resolve issues involving temperature, pressure, level, and flow devices.
Use MAXIMO® to track maintenance activities, manage inventory, and process work orders.
Collaborate with plant operations to optimize system performance and comply with safety and environmental regulations.
Implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime and improve system reliability.
Use hand tools, power tools, measurement equipment, and test equipment to perform work.
Participate in continuous-improvement initiatives to enhance plant efficiency and reliability.
Follow safety protocols and procedures during maintenance and troubleshooting.
Support a 24/7 work schedule, including weekend and holiday shift work when necessary.