Instrument & Electrical Technician

Veolia•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The EI&C Technician maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs instrumentation, control systems, and electrical equipment at power generation and utilities distribution facilities. The role supports safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations through inspection, calibration, testing, and installation work. The technician also contributes to plant reliability and cost-effective operation, working independently with minimal supervision and following standard procedures. The position involves working indoors and outdoors, sometimes in loud, hot, cold, or confined environments near high-voltage equipment, with potential exposure to hazardous chemicals and industrial noise. Extended hours, weekends, holidays, and on-call duty may be required. The technician must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and wear required protective equipment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
2–5 years of experience in electrical, instrumentation, or controls maintenance.
Familiarity with motors, pumps, turbines, generators, boilers, cooling towers, and emissions control systems.
Strong understanding of AC/DC systems, schematics, P&IDs, and control logic.
Knowledge of safety protocols for chemicals, rotating equipment, confined spaces, and high-voltage systems.
Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools, and test equipment.
Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and wear required protective equipment (PPE).

Nice To Haves

Power plant or industrial experience is preferred.
Progress toward a Journeyman or Master Electrician License, or an Associate’s Degree in Electrical/Electronics, is highly desirable. Equivalent experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair instrumentation, control systems, and electrical equipment.
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance, including inspections and calibrations.
Troubleshoot and service systems such as DCS, PLCs, and turbine controls.
Support electrical systems up to 12kV, including motors, transformers, switches, wiring, and communications.
Maintain accurate maintenance and calibration records in compliance with regulations.
Monitor equipment, diagnose faults, and recommend performance improvements.
Assist in maintaining safe chemical handling systems and utility distribution.
Follow safety procedures, including Work Permits, Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO), and PPE use.
Participate in emergency response drills and activities.
Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
Operate plant equipment such as forklifts, trucks, manlift and bucket trucks.
Complete work orders and documentation in Veolia’s CMMS system.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and equipment manuals.
Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and external partners.
Contribute to plant reliability and cost-effective operation.