Power Plant Electrician - Baldwin
About The Position
If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online. Job Summary The Instrument/ Electrician Technician duties will vary but include troubleshooting and repairs of electric, electronic and control circuitry, programmable logic controllers, AC and DC motors, breakers (120v 1-phase to 4160v 3-phase), transformers, power supplies, fiber optics, generators, plant lighting, plant telephone and paging systems, and HVAC equipment. The successful candidate shall be able to perform process instrumentation calibration and repair, interpret drawings and instruction manuals and perform rigging as necessary to move, lift and position heavy equipment. This position requires excellent troubleshooting skills as well as the ability to communicate information in a clear and concise manner. This position requires the use of manual, pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical tools and test equipment as well as the ability to operate motorized lift trucks and overhead cranes. This role will pay this role pays between $39.35 to $51.59 per hour depending upon experience. Role is also eligible for Medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and their eligible dependents. Job Description The Instrument / Electrical Technician reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Operations Supervisor and is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining all process instruments, controls, computers, PLCs and electrical systems at the Baldwin Power Plant.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Electronic Engineering Technology or equivalent completion of an approved apprenticeship program
- 48 months experience in instrument and electrical maintenance in a power plant or heavy industry (Power Plant experience preferred)
- Possess a working knowledge of mathematics and physics
- Must provide documentation to support their instrument and electrical experience
- Possess patience and ability to exercise care when working with small and precision parts
- Must possess basic computer skills needed to perform job functions as needed in a computer-based maintenance system.
- Ability to climb ladders, lift and carry heavy loads
- Ability to work in areas involving heights, enclosed spaces, and near or above water
- Must be available and willing to work overtime, and ability to work 12 hour shift work. This position requires to work either the 12-hour shift or straight day 8 hour shift.
- Must successfully complete/pass POSS/MASS aptitude test
- Must be clean shaven at all times while on duty.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoots and repairs of electric, electronic and control circuitry, programmable logic controllers, AC and DC motors, breakers (120v 1-phase to 4160v 3-phase), transformers, power supplies, fiber optics, generators, plant lighting, plant telephone and paging systems, and HVAC equipment
- Perform process instrumentation calibration and repair
- Interpret drawings and instruction manuals and perform rigging as necessary to move
- Lift, operate, and position heavy equipment
- Perform other tasks as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and their eligible dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
