Instrumentation & Electrical Technician III - Plant Batesville

Cooperative Energy•Batesville, MS

9d•Onsite

About The Position

At Cooperative Energy, we're more than Mississippi's only not-for-profit wholesale electric power provider - we're a team committed to lighting the way for 456,000 homes and businesses across our state. Together with our 11 local Member cooperatives, we generate and transmit reliable, affordable electricity to the communities we proudly call home. Cooperative Energy is looking for an Instrumentation & Electrical Technician III that provides support in the installation, calibration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and instrumentation control systems at the plant. Assists with maintaining and troubleshooting control systems, including DCS and PLC-based equipment, as well as instrumentation, alarms, measurement devices, drives, actuators, and environmental monitoring equipment. Reads and interprets electrical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals; uses computerized maintenance systems to document work; and follows all applicable safety, Lock-Out/Tag-Out, and plant procedures. This is an entry-level position designed for individuals who are developing their skills and knowledge in instrumentation and electrical maintenance.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED or Associate's degree in the Instrumentation and Electrical Field of Study
4 years Industrial Electrical Experience plus High School Diploma/GED or None required plus Associate's Degree
Successfully pass a security sensitive background screening - Required
Valid Driver's License - Required
Successfully qualified on entry level technician exam- Required

Nice To Haves

Journey Level Electrician- City/State Approved Certification

Responsibilities

Assist with installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and instrumentation equipment.
Support maintenance and troubleshooting of DCS, PLC, and other computer-based control systems.
Assist with repairs and maintenance of drives, positioners, actuators, alarms, measurement devices, and environmental monitoring equipment.
Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
Use computerized systems to document maintenance activities, work orders, inventory, and repairs.
Follow plant safety procedures, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out requirements.
Identify safety hazards and support safe work practices.
Respond to emergency call-outs and work overtime or weekends as required.