Instrumentation and Controls Technician

The future. It's on you. You & Golden Aluminum. We are a continuous casting aluminum rolling mill who established operations in 1984 and located in Fort Lupton Colorado, 35 miles north of downtown Denver. We care about our environment, our people, and our community. We're honored to be selected by the Department of Energy to receive up to $22.3 million in investment supporting our Nexcast Mini Mill and other breakthrough projects which will steer the aluminum industry toward a greener, decarbonized future. Benefits: Quarterly Profit-sharing bonus - up to $1,200 per quarter 401k Match Medical, dental and vision coverage with generous Health Savings Account contribution Gym membership reimbursement And much more! Compensation: $40+ per hour (Dependent on Qualifications) Job Summary: Golden Aluminum is seeking an experienced Instrumentation and Controls Technician who will be responsible for calibrating, maintaining and repairing all instruments, control systems and electrical equipment while working closely with engineers, electricians, vendors, suppliers and inspectors, etc. Responsibilities Manage controls, calibration and repair oversight of all instruments for each assigned project from beginning to end. Develop process and instrumentation diagrams, system specifications; prepare cost estimates for projects; and review and approve documentation developed by contractors. Design new plant equipment or modify existing programs as directed. Manage multiple projects at one time with responsibility for hitting all associated project deadlines. Use computerized maintenance management systems to plan maintenance, generate work orders, order parts and manage spare parts inventory. Perform or coordinate the calibration of pressure sensors. Design, test and perform repair work on motors, fans, blowers, transformers, relays, switches, PLC, VFDs, control equipment, wiring, electrical signals, communications equipment, computer systems and batteries. Prepare system layouts, detailed drawings and schematics of electrical designs. Complies and analyzes operational test data to identify and resolve performance issues. Develops experimental test programs to test instruments and troubleshoot. Ensures and maintains proper controls documentation, including updates during life-cycle. Maintain complete records, manuals, technical references, prints and diagrams associated with all activities as well as assist in the development and training of maintenance and operations personnel in the area of controls systems. Restore plant control systems in the event of unplanned, unanticipated emergency outages. All other duties assigned. Requirements Engineering degree in related field or equivalent experience and/or certifications Experience in instrument and controls activities in a manufacturing facility preferred Knowledge of controls/SCADA systems, relays, process controls computer hardware, software and programming, meters, network systems and communications. Knowledge of Control Logix, Siemens, Allen Bradley, Automax, Automate and Modicon preferred. Knowledge of AC and reliance on DC drives Knowledge of Red Lion controls preferred. Must be able to analyze and execute problem solving techniques. Must have the ability to work in a team setting as well as be a self-starter that can multitask. Proven track record of successfully managing multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong interpersonal, team building, and communication skills at all levels. Because Golden Aluminum thrives on the power of diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect, and contribution, we are committed to giving every qualified applicant and employee an equal opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr Golden-Aluminum-2