Job Description
Instrumentation & Controls Technician II (Power Plant - Stanton Maintenance)
OUC - The Reliable One, an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida committed to serving the community and the environment is presently recruiting for an Instrumentation & Controls Technician II to join the Power Plant Maintenance team.
We are looking for a self-motivated, creative professional to be responsible for the troubleshooting and preventative maintenance of OUC's instrumentation and control (I&C) systems throughout the power plant as well as programing control logic and graphics. The tech II classification is expected to hone and develop the mastery of I&C work functions, focusing on a specific area of the Power Plant while becoming more familiar over time with other areas. I&C Technicians are focused primarily on the technology and equipment allowing for the measurement of various elements (heat, pressure, voltage, water level, etc.), controls for various systems, calibration, and feedback displays providing information to the correct places and people (i.e. control rooms/operators).
OUC's mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community through the delivery of sustainable and reliable services and solutions. Click here to learn more about what we do.
The ideal candidate will have:
-High School Diploma or GED
-Minimum of four (4) years of power plant I&C maintenance experience, OR seven (7) years of industrial I&C maintenance experience
-Certifications and specialized trainings to be required upon hire and to be maintained thereafter:
oCompletion of required General Physics (GPI) learnings and JPMs through I&C Technician III
oFlorida Driver's License
-Courses in digital controls, pneumatic instrumentation, analog controls, electronic transmitters, etc., are desirable.
-Knowledge of Foxboro and Ovation software preferred.
-Ability to read control loop drawings, piping and instrument drawings, and logic drawings.
-Ability to troubleshoot and maintain power plant instruments such as pneumatic and electronic controllers, microprocessor systems, transmitters, recorders, control valves, flue gas monitoring equipment, etc. is preferred.
OUC's offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes to cite a few:
-Competitive compensation
-Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period. Retirement benefits include a cash balance account with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account
-Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
-Educational and Professional assistance programs; Paid Memberships in Professional Associations
-Access to workout facilities at each location
-Paid Conference and Training Opportunities
-Free downtown parking
-Click here to view our Benefits Summary.
Salary Range: $35.26 - $40.75 per hour (Est. $73,351 -$84,778 annually - will receive a review every 6 months)
Location: Stanton Energy Center, 5100 S. Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL 32831
Please see below a complete Job description for this position.
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Job Purpose:
Responsible for the troubleshooting and maintenance of instrumentation and control (I&C) systems throughout the power plant as well as programing control logic and graphics. The tech II classification is expected to hone and develop the mastery of I&C work functions, focusing on a specific area of the Power Plant while becoming more familiar over time with other areas. I&C Technicians are focused primarily on the technology and equipment allowing for the measurement of various elements (heat, pressure, voltage, water level, etc.), controls for various systems, calibration, and feedback displays providing information to the correct places and people (i.e. control rooms/operators).
Primary Functions:
-Troubleshoot power plant I&C systems, including problem identification, evaluation of alternative solutions, and implementation of corrective action;
-Perform maintenance on the equipment and technology allowing for the control, various measurements (heat, pressure, vibration etc.), calibration, and feedback displays for power plant equipment and systems to include: steam turbines, valves, bearings, turbines, high and low horsepower fans, pumps, gear pumps, vertical dry pit pumps, air compressors, hydraulic systems, centrifugal pumps, conveyor systems (pneumatic and belt), and crushers; Advanced tasks on aforementioned equipment may be done under supervision of a Tech I until demonstrated full proficiency;
-Assist with the programing of the control logic and design the graphical displays for feedback systems using Emerson Ovation DCIS to ensure accurate readings and information reach the appropriate places and people (i.e. control rooms/ power plant operators);
-Plan and perform the installation of new control systems, and perform upgrades on existing systems;
-Utilize P&IDs and other documentation displaying the configuration and specification of parts, equipment, and systems to perform I&C work;
-Mentor and guide lower classification technicians within the I&C technician's duties to help with their learning and development in progression;
-Demonstrate proficiency of Electric Technician skills at the Tech III level (Competent in less complex tasks, developing in moderate/advanced tasks);
-Perform other duties as assigned.
Technical Requirements:
-Working knowledge of all, but not limited to the following:
oOSHA Safety practices and procedures (i.e. LOTO practices, PPE, vehicle safety policies, fire safety procedures, fall-arrest and confined spaces protocols, etc.);
oInstalling, upgrading, and maintaining I&C systems for heavy equipment (power plant, industrial, etc.);
oPower plant systems, their redundancies, and outage schedules (preferred);
oInterpretation and editing of relevant documents outlining the layout, configuration, and specifications of various equipment (i.e. blueprints, P&IDs, etc.)
oUse of equipment to include: Hand tools, feedback measurement tools (i.e. HART device, volt meter, etc), measurement tools (i.e. micrometers), etc.;
oBasics of electrical theory;
-Familiarity with all, but not limited to the following:
oSoftware and technologies to include: Distributed Control Systems (e.g. Ovation, Foxboro), Eclipse [for LOTO procedures], JD Edwards Enterprise One (E1) [for TRs and PM work orders], databases (Access or similar), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) i.e. Modicon, Allen Bradley (preferred);
oPower Plant operations (preferred);
oRelated industry, organizational and departmental regulatory guidelines, best practices, and procedures;
-Strong problem solving, time management, and communication skills;
-Ability to:
oLearn and comply with OUC Safety practices and procedures (i.e. LOTO [Lock Out Tag Out] practices, PPE, vehicle safety policies, fire safety procedures, fall-arrest and confined spaces protocols, etc.);
oMake arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals, and compute rates, ratios, and percentages;
oUse Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and standard office equipment (telephone, computer, copier, etc.) with basic proficiency.
Education/ Certification/ Years of Experience Requirements:
-High School Diploma or GED
-Minimum of four (4) years of power plant I&C maintenance experience, OR seven (7) years of industrial I&C maintenance experience
-Certifications and specialized trainings to be required upon hire and to be maintained thereafter:
oCompletion of required General Physics (GPI) learnings and JPMs through I&C Technician III progression level (or equivalent skills training if external candidate)
oFlorida Driver's License
Working Conditions:
This job requires willingness to work extended hours when required including nights, weekends, and holidays. This job requires working in areas with elevations in excess of 100 feet, confined spaces, excessive noise, chemicals, noxious fumes, vibration, extreme heat (non-weather), insects, and occasionally extreme weather conditions. This job involves risk of electrical shock.
Physical Requirements:
This job includes constant or very frequent standing, walking, sitting, climbing, speaking & hearing (English), typing, and detailed inspection/reading/editing. This job involves frequent lifting up to 40 lbs, and occasional lifting 50+ lbs, bending/stooping, pushing, pulling, and/or digging, reaching over head, and kneeling/crawling. This job requires regular use of company vehicles.
OUC-The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed through responsible management policies to recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, compensate, and administer all other personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws, rules, and regulations.
EOE M/F/Vets/Disabled
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 35.00 40.00 Per Hour
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