Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical (IC&E) Technician

NAES•Rathdrum, ID

23d•$45 - $49•Onsite

About The Position

The IC&E Technician at the Rathdrum Power Plant maintains and supports instrumentation, control systems, and electrical equipment to promote reliable and efficient plant operations. The plant is a 275 MW combined-cycle natural gas-fired facility using GE 7FA technology, a heat recovery steam generator (HRSG), a steam turbine, and an SCR system. The technician performs preventive, corrective, predictive, and emergency maintenance; troubleshoots and optimizes plant systems; and collaborates with engineers, plant personnel, contractors, and OEM representatives to improve performance and reduce downtime. The role reports directly to the Maintenance Manager and receives general direction from plant management. It follows a 4 x 10 schedule during regular business hours, with occasional extended hours, flexible shifts, weekends, holidays, and periodic callouts or on-call status as plant conditions and workload require. Compensation is $45–$49 per hour, plus an annual performance bonus. Work takes place in a power plant environment and may involve confined spaces, narrow areas, elevated platforms, hazardous materials, fumes, extreme temperatures, high heat, noise, and varying outdoor weather. Duties may require protective equipment such as hard hats, eye protection, respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing, hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection. Respirator fit testing may be required. The role includes physical demands such as prolonged standing, climbing stairs and ladders, working at heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. Employees participate in a Fitness for Duty Program that includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening. Strict smoking restrictions apply in and around the facility.

Requirements

Hands-on experience in power generation operations and maintenance is sought; the ideal candidate has a strong technical aptitude, safety commitment, and ability to contribute effectively in a team.
Thorough knowledge and experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems, including high-voltage switchgear, motors, control centers, transformers, batteries, inverters, chargers, and generator excitation equipment.
Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience maintaining and troubleshooting instrumentation and DCS systems in modern combined-cycle plants, including hands-on experience with GE 7FA combustion turbines, HRSG, steam turbine, SCR, burner management, combustion control, boiler controls, turbine controls, and condition monitoring.
Understanding of burner management systems, combustion control processes, and boiler control systems.
Hands-on expertise in combustion and steam turbine operations and PLCs, including startup, shutdown, and performance adjustments.
Skill in routine inspections and preventive maintenance of critical electrical equipment to support reliable operation and safety compliance.
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, contractors, and vendors to coordinate maintenance, procure resources, and complete projects on time.
Strong written and oral communication skills, plus analytical and mathematical aptitude to present technical information, conclusions, and recommendations effectively.
Valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license that remains in good standing.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Plant Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Process Technology, or a related field.
Equivalent technical training in industrial maintenance or instrumentation and control is beneficial.
Relevant industry or military experience may be considered.
Experience in power plants or industrial settings, with familiarity in combined-cycle operations, safety protocols, and equipment.

Responsibilities

Calibrate, test, maintain, troubleshoot, and install instrumentation, control systems, and electrical equipment, including control valves, fan dampers, variable speed drives, motors, battery chargers, inverters, transmitters, analyzers, and shop calibration equipment.
Perform corrective, preventive, predictive, and emergency maintenance on electrical systems, including 13.8 kV and 4160-volt switchgear, motors, control centers, transformers, batteries, inverters, chargers, and main generator excitation equipment.
Maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC systems by inspecting equipment, diagnosing faults, fine-tuning programs, and working with engineers to improve performance.
Maintain and monitor DCS and SCADA systems, troubleshoot faults, and support optimal plant performance.
Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot turbine control systems for GE 7FA combustion turbines and the steam turbine, collaborating with engineers to resolve issues and improve efficiency.
Coordinate with other departments to support efficient maintenance and minimize downtime.
Install new equipment and modifications in accordance with safety protocols and industry standards.
Maintain, clean, and properly store shop equipment and tools, including specialized instrumentation and electrical maintenance tools.
Maintain detailed logs of issues, repairs, and downtime; update plant drawings, databases, vendor information, calibration records, and other documentation.
Implement safe work practices, identify hazards, and recommend or initiate repairs to maintain a safe work environment.
Assist the Plant Engineer with testing of turbine controls, combustion control processes, and boiler control systems.
Work with outside contractors during overhauls and projects, providing technical guidance and oversight for instrumentation and control activities.
Handle and dispose of hazardous waste, such as batteries and fluorescent bulbs, in compliance with safety regulations.
Perform additional tasks as assigned to support efficient plant operations.
Follow NAES safety rules, procedures, warnings, and posted signs, and remain mentally alert and work safely.
Participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, including a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.
Work occasional extended hours, flexible shifts, weekends, holidays, and periodic callouts or on-call duty as required by schedules, workload, and plant conditions.