Control Technician

Performing all types of work associated with the troubleshooting, operating, maintenance, calibration, adjusting and installation of all plant instruments and controls, both mechanical and electrical as qualified.

Adjusting, repairing, calibrating and Installing automatic control equipment involving a thorough knowledge of production plant and the relationship and function of control and measuring equipment such as fuel controls, fuel safety systems, etc. Adjusting, repairing and calibrating instrumentation, such as thermometer, thermocouples, flowmeters, pressure gauges, recorders, date loggers, etc.

Having a thorough knowledge of basic principles of A.C. and D.C. electricity and applying knowledge by working from electrical diagrams and sketches in the testing, repair and troubleshooting of controls. Using such types of testers as ohmmeters, voltmeter, ampmeter, dead weight tester, orsat, oscilloscope, etc. Prepare instrumentation and controls.

Instructing and training other control personnel on the job. Performing the construction and installation of special types of instrumentation and controls. May work on or near energized circuits or equipment. Installing small piping and tubing.

Collecting and preparing fuel samples for test and making of these samples. Making fuel surveys as required. Conducting, computing and plotting routine tests, such as fans, pumps velocity, oxygen, capacity, assisting in special tests and preparing daily performance sheets as required. Perform all phases of Chemical Analysis.

Collect samples, analyze and apply proper treatment to boiler water, condensate, feedwater and auxiliary plant systems. Be familiar with sampling procedures required for compliance with state and federal permit limitations (SPDES-NPDES). Preparing sketches, charts and graphs. Read, interpret plans, drawing sand specifications for above work. Performing similar or less skilled work as may be assigned.

• Perform arithmetic or algebraic and geometric procedures in standard, practical applications.
• Applicants must be High School Graduates or equivalent.
• Applicants will be required to successfully complete a control technician screening examination.
• Applicants must satisfactorily complete all the educational requirements to the Control Technician Training Program.
• To be eligible for progression increases, applicants must demonstrate satisfactory performance; complete all on-the-job training and related study courses.
• Valid Driver's License required with a safe driving history that meets National Grid's Safe Driver policy
• Be capable of passing a Company driving test.
• Pass Field Assessment Test

NOTE: In addition to possessing the qualifications for this vacancy, employees selected will be expected to work overtime in accordance with departmental requirements and to participate in the Company's Emergency Restoration Program as may be required. Employees selected for this classification will be required to participate in federally mandated drug testing programs prior to selection, randomly on a year-round basis, after an accident and for reasonable cause.

Location: Island Park

Pay Rate: $37.62 an hour

Many of the terms and conditions of employment for this position are defined by a collective bargaining agreement that the Company has with a local union. Newly hired employees are bound by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement as well as other agreements between the Company and the local union.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.

National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.