Electrical Instrumentation and Control Technician

Electrical Instrumentation and Control Technician Join to apply for the Electrical Instrumentation and Control Technician role at Golden Valley Electric Association . Are you passionate about working with cutting‑edge technology in the electric cooperative industry? Join our team at Golden Valley Electric Association as a Full Time Electrical Instrumentation and Control (EI&C) Technician in Healy, Alaska. As an EI&C Technician, you will have the opportunity to showcase your industrial instrumentation and control experience while working onsite at our facility. Golden Valley Electric Association offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $40.73 for Tech Entry level to $58.19 for Tech 3 level per IBEW Collective Bargaining Agreement. You will be given great benefits such as Retirement/401K, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, Paid Leave, Flexible Spending, and Wellness Benefits. Apply now and be part of a forward‑thinking company that values mission focus and fiscal responsibility. Golden Valley Electric Association: Our Mission GVEA is an electric cooperative which maintains 3,292 miles of transmission and distribution lines, 40 substations, and 9 generating facilities. Our system is interconnected with Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, Fort Greely, the University of Alaska‑Fairbanks, and all of the electric utilities in the Alaska Railbelt, extending from Homer to Fairbanks. Powering the Interior of Alaska, GVEA contributes to the economic, environmental, and social viability of our communities. Your day to day as a Electrical Instrumentation and Control (EI&C) Technician As an Electrical Instrumentation and Control (EI&C) Technician at Golden Valley Electric Association, you will play a crucial role in the preventive and corrective maintenance of our coal‑fired power plant's controls and instrumentation. From motors to UPS and DC battery systems, your expertise will be vital in ensuring the seamless operation of these essential components. Utilizing your problem‑solving skills, you will be responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining the DCS and PLCs, as well as calibrating plant instrumentation and controllers. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to assist with boiler and plant control loop tuning, further showcasing your technical abilities and contributing to the overall efficiency of our operations. What Matters Most To excel as an Electrical Instrumentation and Control (EI&C) Technician at Golden Valley Electric Association, candidates must possess a High School diploma or equivalent and hold a valid driver's license. A minimum of five years of industrial instrumentation/control experience is essential for this role, along with demonstrated expertise in equipment calibration. Proficiency in troubleshooting and maintaining Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) is highly valued. Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and within a team are crucial for success in this position. Candidates with a proactive approach to preventive and corrective maintenance, as well as experience in plant control loop tuning, will thrive in this dynamic and challenging environment. Knowledge And Skills Required For The Position Are High School diploma or equivalent Valid drivers' license Minimum of five years industrial instrumentation/control experience Demonstrated equipment calibration experience Note: As a condition of employment, successful applicants must become an IBEW member within 30 days after employment. Ready to Join Our Team? We're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and help us achieve our goals. If you're passionate, driven, and committed to making a difference, we want to hear from you! Please fill out our online, mobile‑friendly application. GVEA conducts pre‑employment, post‑offer drug/alcohol screening and background checks. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as deemed necessary. All offers of employment at Golden Valley Electric Association are contingent upon clear results of a drug/alcohol screening. Salary: $40.73 - $58.19 per hour Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Utilities Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Golden Valley Electric Association by 2x. Set job alerts for “Control Technician” roles. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Golden Valley Electric Association