Electrical & Instrument Technician 3

Job Title

Electrical and Instrumentation Tech 3

Purpose

Responsible for performing selective maintenance on various in-plant and/or satellite plant equipment. The work will include the proper maintenance and operation of complex electrical systems, computers, controls systems, etc. and equipment that can directly affect the safety and operation of the plant.

Reports to

Maintenance Supervisor and/or Maintenance Manager

Location/Department

University of Iowa / Iowa City, IA

Vacancy Status

Local Contract Only

Status

Hourly / Non-Exempt

Essential Job Functions

• Perform routine plant electrical/control maintenance functions including, but not limited to motors, MCCs, relays, breakers, electrical disconnects of rotating machinery, UPS/battery systems, and all electrical hand tools.

• Perform emergency plant electrical/control troubleshooting on plant equipment.

• Performs preventive and repair maintenance work tasks on plant equipment

• Conduct predictive maintenance as assigned, i.e. vibration analysis, thermography, lube oil sampling for analysis, component inspections.

• Installs, tests, calibrates, tunes, programs, repairs and troubleshoots pneumatic, electronic-powered equipment, low/medium voltage, analog and digital process control loop hardware.

• Install electrical conduit and pneumatic air tubing.

• Maintain all plant electrical/control equipment to the highest possible standard to maximize plant availability, reliability, efficiency, and profitability.

• Must be able to read, interpret and work with service manuals, blueprints, sketches, technical manuals, control wire diagrams and other written instructions to evaluate all electrical maintenance and logic in accordance with local and national codes.

• Analyze electrical problems and take appropriate action to correct and advise supervisor when outside assistance from vendors, engineering contractors, and/or consultants is necessary.

• Maintain records of readings, test results, and data on all assigned equipment.

• Track performance history and assess condition (predictive maintenance) of plant electrical equipment. Maintain and review such records and report findings as required.

• Recommend equipment operating and/or maintenance changes, which will enhance unit operation and equipment availability.

• Utilize a CMMS for writing and completing work orders with notes.

• Coordinate daily work activities and equipment status with other Plant employees.

• Will be assigned to work in areas designated by Supervisor and/or Management Team and will perform duties sometimes not related to Technician work.

• Perform the housekeeping functions and equipment cleaning necessary to maintain the Plant in a clean and neat condition.

• Assist in performing root cause failure analysis techniques when solving plant abnormalities and equipment failures.

• Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills.

• Comply with all Plant & ENGIE safety programs and ensure every team member complies with all safety procedures.

• Accountable to immediate supervisor for ensuring adherence to the Plant’s Safety and Environmental Programs, taking all reasonable precautions to prevent incidents of noncompliance. Shall immediately report any known or suspected violations to your Supervisor and/or Management Personnel.

• Perform and document pre-job hazard assessment and provide pre-job briefs as needed.

• Assist with routine maintenance training and equipment operation training of other site employees.

• Participate in ongoing training to maintain and enhance skills required to perform duties and assist in the training of others.

• Carries out other duties as assigned

  
  

Requirements

• Required to have a valid driver's license.

• Required to have a home/personal telephone.

• Required to be on call as needed/deemed necessary by Supervisor/Management.

• Must have some troubleshooting and maintenance skills or the ability to gain them in PLCs, Supervisor Control Systems, medium voltage electricity and related control systems.

• Strong computer background on PCs, with pneumatics experience preferred.

• For this position, you must have evidence of right to work in the U.S. There is no employer sponsorship of U.S. residency or work authorization with this role.

  
  

Essential Physical Abilities

• Ability to meet highest attendance requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally.

• Ability to handle multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy.

• Ability to use personal computer, calculator, and work with standard software applications.

• Must be physically capable to hear and understand audible alarms, detect changes in noise levels of rotating equipment and portable radio communication.

• Capable of frequently standing; walking; balancing; sitting; climbing (ladders, stairs, ramps, catwalks and the like as required); kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting (min. 50 lbs).

• Capable of performing repetitive motions as required.

• Required to have eyesight corrected at 20/40 to accurately read and interpret such as but not limited to instruments, gauges, and manuals.

• Must be physically capable of entering and working in a confined space (crawl spaces, shafts, small enclosed areas, pipes and the like) as required.

• Must be physically capable of wearing protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to half and full-face respirators, fall protection equipment, hardhat, safety shoes, safety glasses, etc.

  
  

Education/Experience

• High School Degree or GED equivalent required, Trade/Vocational School and/or Military training preferred.

• 4 years’ relevant experience and/or training; licenses, endorsements or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required preferred.

• 2 years of that experience in electrical, electronic, and pneumatic instrumentation (steam/electrical generation or chilled water plant preferred) or graduation from a two-year electrical or instrumentation and control program is required.

• Experience in maintenance of chiller and/or turbine controls preferred.

• Experience working with a CMMS (Computer Maintenance Management System) preferred.

  
  

Working Environment (Indoors – 90% Outdoors – 10%)

• Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.
• The noise level is usually moderate to high.

The pay range for this role is: $27.05/hr - $67.31/hr. The listed salary range represents ENGIE’s good faith estimate for this position and represents the minimum and maximum for new hire salaries across all U.S. locations. An employee’s rate of pay within the range is determined by their work location, and additional factors, including qualifications, relevant experience, and demonstrated performance over time. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range stated above is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package and certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses and commissions. ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

Your talent acquisition partner can share specific information regarding the salary for the position based on the work location.

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