Instrumentation Controls and Electrical (IC&E) Technician

Vicinity Energy, Inc.•Tulsa, OK

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instrumentation Controls and Electrical (IC&E) Technician maintains and repairs electrical systems, instrumentation, controls, and equipment, and performs meter calibration. The role is based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and reports to the Maintenance Supervisor. It is a full-time, non-exempt, non-union position. The technician maintains equipment that controls boilers, chillers, compressors, pumps, and other plant systems; inspects, tests, repairs, and calibrates electrical and pneumatic controls; installs and programs instruments and programmable controllers; and troubleshoots electrical power supply and distribution circuits. The position also maintains plant drawings and records, performs preventive maintenance, supports environmental compliance, and works on electrical systems up to 4160 volts. Mandatory overtime is required when needed.

Requirements

Technical or trade school degree in electronics or computer science, or equivalent industry training and experience.
At least 2 years of progressive experience performing technician maintenance and repair in a central plant, power generation, or other process plant.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to perform basic computer operations and good understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with Maximo and RedTag systems.
Experience with electrical systems up to 4160 volts.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver license in good standing and a driving record meeting company standards.
Must submit to pre-employment screenings, including a company physical exam and drug test.
Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds; work in confined spaces; climb and tolerate heights up to 100 feet; walk, stand, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach; and tolerate heat in an industrial production plant environment.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 years of controls system maintenance experience in an industrial setting.
Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs, Designer Software, and Station Designer; some knowledge of Wonderware Systems.
Thorough understanding of electrical safety and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
Ability to read and understand logic diagrams, electrical and mechanical drawings and sketches, and technical manuals.
Ability to read process flow diagrams and control and instrumentation diagrams and interpret manufacturers’ manuals and drawings.
Understanding of safety requirements for working on equipment up to 4160 volts.

Responsibilities

Maintain safe working conditions in accordance with company policies; identify, report, and/or correct unsafe work environments.
Operate hand and power tools competently and use and maintain company equipment cautiously.
Maintain equipment controlling boilers, chillers, compressors, pumps, and other plant equipment and systems.
Periodically clean, inspect, test, repair, and calibrate electrical and pneumatic control systems, including instruments, gauges, transmitters, switches, solenoids, and control valves.
Repair and modify control circuitry precisely, using technical data and knowledge of the systems.
Install and program electronic instruments; install sensing elements, wiring, tubing, and fittings; and clean and repair electrical power switching equipment.
Test, analyze, and troubleshoot electrical power supply and distribution circuits.
Remove, install, clean, and repair motors, circuit breakers, and transformers.
Create, maintain, and update diagrams, drawings, and plans for plant electrical and pneumatic controls and instruments.
Install, maintain, and calibrate computerized controls, instruments, and programmable controllers.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, including proper operation of steam plant outfalls.
Write work orders to identify plant equipment requiring repair.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and troubleshoot instrument, control, and metering problems, taking appropriate corrective action.
Work on electrical systems up to 4160 volts.
Maintain clear and precise operation and maintenance records.
Work mandatory overtime when required.
Perform other duties assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.