Instrumentation and Controls Technician

Instrumentation and Controls Technician - Power Plant Job Type: Full-time Atlantica is a Sustainable Infrastructure company that manages renewable energy and other power and water assets. This position is located at Solana power plant in Gila Bend, AZ. Applicants must be located in the United States. Job Summary As the Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Technician (I&C Tech), you will be responsible for repairing and maintaining all instrumentation and electrical equipment (both low & high voltage) at the facility, including corrective and preventive maintenance on process control instrumentation, control valves, control systems, motors, motor control centers, breakers and other electrical, instrumentation or controls components used in the electric generating plant. Incumbents are expected to work a 12‑hour shift, 7 days a week, including holidays and overtime as required. This is a safety‑sensitive position. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Troubleshoot and perform corrective action on process control instrumentation and control valves. Calibrate electronic and pneumatic pressure transmitters and controllers. Repair or replace thermocouple or RTD temperature elements. Install stainless steel instrumentation tubing. Troubleshoot and perform corrective action on electrical motors, plant electrical equipment and switchgear. Complete material requisitions in a complete and accurate manner. Write complete and accurate accounts of work performed onto work orders. Perform all tasks assigned by the I&E Supervisor. Maintain good housekeeping, including company vehicles. Perform all work according to Atlantica’s safety policies. Coordinate work activities with co‑workers and the Supervisor to facilitate meal and break periods during rotating 12‑hour shifts. Other Duties and Responsibilities Possesses a good attitude, is self‑motivated and works well within a team. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices and procedures. Ability to perform and review preventive maintenance tasks associated with all electrical equipment. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and single‑line drawings, loop drawings, and P&ID drawings. Ability to operate a computer to access and update work orders and store information. Ability to function with limited to no supervision or technical assistance. Ability to adapt to different work schedules and weekends for special projects or outages. Desire to gain new skills and knowledge in an ever‑changing environment. Use and maintain hand and power tools, such as screwdrivers, pliers, wire cutters, soldering irons, cable pullers, hydraulic benders, pipe threading machines, and test equipment including test lamps, multimeters, circuit analyzers, circuit breaker testers, voltage recording meters, meggers, watt meters, ohmmeters, ammeters, underground utility locators, thermography camera, and boom lifts. Troubleshoot equipment failures, analyze process conditions and recommend improvements for reliability. Proficient in the use of a Digital Multimeter & HART Communicator. Complete assigned training requirements. Perform other duties as required. Recognize that this is a safety‑sensitive position. Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent; plus 5 years of direct work experience as an I&C technician in an industrial environment. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Skills and Abilities Read and interpret electrical schematics, single‑line drawings, loop drawings and P&ID drawings. Carry out detailed instructions with limited supervision. Use logical and divergent reasoning to solve problems. Work safely and effectively with others. Maintain a clean work area and accurate logs and journals. Perform mathematical calculations. Read, interpret and retrieve information from technical manuals. Learn and execute emergency response procedures. Operate, monitor and analyze problems with assigned equipment safely and efficiently. Assist in training other personnel as directed. Knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft Office 365, and SAP. Essential Job Functions Speak, read and write English; perform physical work, occasionally exerting up to 20 pounds of force and 10 pounds constantly. Activities include grasping, lifting, reaching, crouching, standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, pulling, sitting and repetitive tasks. Ability to discern colors and use emergency equipment such as respirators and self‑contained breathing apparatus. Working Conditions Work in a normal steam power plant environment with exposure to hot, cold, sudden temperature changes, dry, wet, dusty, quiet, noisy, moving objects, sunlight and rain, high places, and both solo and team work. Potential hazards include minor cuts, burns, electrical shock, falling objects, falls, eyesight and hearing impairment. Personal protective equipment is required. Work 12‑hour shifts, day or night, with on‑duty meals and break periods. Benefits Medical, dental and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid holidays Gym incentive program Company‑paid life and disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Company Culture We believe in a culture of trust, shared goals and accountability. No matter where you are based, you are part of one team working toward the same mission. #J-18808-Ljbffr