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Instrument and Controls Technician

$42.82 per hour

Covanta

Who we are For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes. Our Vision Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment. Our Business Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals. Our Value Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world. All that we're missing is you. Apply today! About the role As an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician , you will work safely to maintain, diagnose, and repair various types of power plant equipment, this includes maintenance related to: boilers and its associated electrical and control equipment, repair and operation of field controllers, instrumentation, motor control centers and other power plant electrical equipment ranging from 120V to 13.8kV, and AC switchgear. Position Responsibilities Perform maintenance and testing of low and medium voltage switchgear, circuit breakers, motor starters, and power transformers. Perform maintenance of higher voltage switchyard equipment and steam turbine driven generators. Perform electrical maintenance work related to energy from waste boilers and its associated equipment, including but not limited to, pumps, fans, motors, conveyors & refuse cranes. Perform electrical maintenance work related to energy from waste air pollution control systems. Trouble shoot, assess, inspect, adjust, and make repairs as needed to the Continuous Emissions Motoring System (CEMS) as well as all facility flow, pressure, temperature, and level instrumentation, which includes but is not limited to, transmitter flow devices, level controls, temperature measurement, and flue gas analysis equipment. Trouble shoot, assess, inspect, and adjust, and make repairs, as needed to the Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and historian devices. Perform preventative maintenance tasks, which include but are not limited to, routine calibration, thermography, and ultrasonic testing. Operate various calibration equipment and perform electrical and instrumentation maintenance and repair work as assigned using proper Covanta safety practices. Troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation problems and complete all maintenance work records. Actively participate in plant shutdown work including teardown inspection of electrical plant equipment. Maintain work area and tools in clean and orderly manner as well as performing plant and shop housekeeping chores. Complete Reworld safety, compliance, and other required training / certification within the assigned timelines. Perform other duties as deemed necessary by the E&I management team. Position Requirements High school diploma or equivalent Formal technical or apprentice training, preferred Total Rewards & Compensation Competitive Base Salary Day one employee benefits: competitive health insurance options, PTO, retirement savings plan and 401K match The hourly rate for this position is $42.82. For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below. Physical Demands of the Role Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb Ability to lift/carry 50lbs Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces Qualify to wear a full-face respirator Consistently work in various weather conditions All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities. Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills. Pay Transparency This role is covered under a Labor Union / Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). The pay rate and benefits will be according to CBA for the role. Our DEI Commitment Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Aff… Know Your Rights (Click to view poster) If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to Reworldwaste.com and clicking on the 'Contact Us' button. Under Inquiries, select 'Careers' in the Interest field, fill out all required fields including your message. In the message section, please note this is a 'Job Application Accommodation Request'. Attention Staffing Agencies & Search Firms Reworld may sometimesselectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role)has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees. #J-18808-Ljbffr Covanta

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