Instrument, Controls, & Electrical Technician

General Definition of Work Performs skilled technical work involving the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, testing, repair, and modification of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems associated with power generation facilities. This position is responsible for maintaining the reliability, availability, and safe operation of plant electrical distribution systems, process instrumentation, control systems, protective devices, and associated equipment. The position performs preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on plant equipment and systems, including distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), process instrumentation, turbine and generator control systems, electrical distribution equipment, protective relaying, motors, variable frequency drives, and other electrical and electronic equipment associated with power generation. Responsibilities include identifying equipment deficiencies, diagnosing complex electrical and control system problems, performing equipment testing and calibration, maintaining technical documentation, and recommending improvements to equipment reliability and maintenance practices. The position works closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and other technical personnel to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. Additional responsibilities include maintaining critical spare parts and equipment inventories, coordinating maintenance activities with plant personnel, supporting planned and forced outages, and providing technical assistance to other FMPA generation facilities as required. The position is expected to take ownership of assigned equipment and systems and maintain a high level of technical competency through continued training and professional development. Reports to the Maintenance Manager. Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Perform scheduled preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance, inspections, testing, calibration, and emergency repairs on plant electrical, instrumentation, and control systems. Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and calibrate process instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters, switches, gauges, analyzers, and associated control devices. Maintain, troubleshoot, test, and repair distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), control networks, and associated hardware and software. Maintain and troubleshoot turbine and generator control systems, electronic governors, excitation systems, protective devices, and associated instrumentation and controls. Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical distribution equipment, including switchgear, circuit breakers, motor control centers, transformers, motors, protective relays, and associated electrical systems. Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor starters, electrical actuators, control circuits, and other electrical and electronic equipment. Perform functional testing and verification of plant control systems, equipment interlocks, alarms, trips, protective devices, and emergency shutdown systems to ensure proper operation. Maintain and troubleshoot control valves, positioners, actuators, and associated pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic control equipment. Maintain and coordinate plant instrumentation calibration programs, including calibration schedules, testing requirements, records, procedures, and documentation. Maintain, troubleshoot, and perform required testing and maintenance on continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS) and associated environmental monitoring instrumentation. Troubleshoot and maintain plant telecommunications equipment, industrial communication networks, and associated computer and control system interfaces. Identify equipment deficiencies, investigate recurring equipment problems, and recommend corrective actions to improve equipment reliability and availability. Participate in equipment failure investigations and root cause analysis activities and implement approved corrective actions. Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment histories, calibration records, test results, and technical documentation in Maximo. Review and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, loop drawings, P&IDs, control logic diagrams, technical manuals, and equipment specifications when performing maintenance and troubleshooting activities. Coordinate with Operations and Maintenance personnel to identify equipment issues, prioritize maintenance activities, and support equipment outages and restoration. Assist with maintenance planning, material procurement, critical spare parts identification, and inventory control for assigned equipment and systems. Identify opportunities to improve maintenance procedures, equipment performance, system reliability, and plant operating efficiency. Ensure maintenance activities are performed in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, established plant procedures, applicable electrical codes, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work environment and comply with all applicable plant safety, environmental, and security procedures. Provide technical support and assistance to other FMPA generation facilities, including scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, outage support, and emergency response as required. Participate in technical training and maintain proficiency in evolving electrical, instrumentation, and control system technologies. Perform other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Technical Knowledge & Expertise Thorough knowledge of industrial electrical systems and equipment associated with power generation facilities, including AC/DC circuits, three-phase power, electrical distribution, motors and motor controls, transformers, protective devices, turbine and generator controls, excitation systems, and protective relaying. Strong understanding of process instrumentation principles including pressure, temperature, flow, level, and analytical measurements, as well as calibration and control loop operation. Working knowledge of distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), industrial control system architecture, and industrial communication protocols and networks. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Ability to troubleshoot and maintain electrical, electronic, instrumentation, and control systems using diagnostic tools, test equipment, calibration equipment, and technical documentation. Proficient in interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, logic and ladder logic diagrams, loop drawings, P&IDs, and technical manuals. Knowledge of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance practices, equipment reliability principles, and maintenance of accurate technical records, calibration documentation, and equipment history in a maintenance management system. Communication, Safety & Physical Requirements Effective communicator with the ability to coordinate maintenance activities with Operations, Engineering, and contractors, identify equipment deficiencies, evaluate problems, and recommend corrective actions while working independently or as part of a team. Knowledge of applicable safety requirements and industry standards including lockout/tagout, electrical safe work practices, arc-flash, confined space entry, fall protection, PPE, OSHA, NFPA 70E, and NEC. Able to recognize and respond to plant emergencies and abnormal conditions, visually monitor computer-generated data, gauges, and indicators including color differentiation, and demonstrate manual dexterity to operate computers, test equipment, and hand tools. Must be able to frequently climb ladders and work from elevated platforms up to 160 feet, work in confined spaces, outdoors in adverse weather, and while wearing self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and other respiratory protection. Education and Experience Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED, supplemented by technical education, vocational training, apprenticeship, military training, or equivalent experience in industrial electrical systems, instrumentation, process controls, or a related technical field. A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of industrial electrical, instrumentation, or control systems is preferred. Experience in electric power generation, preferably combined-cycle facilities, is highly desirable. Must possess working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, process instrumentation, control systems, and associated maintenance practices. Experience with distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), industrial communication networks, and computer-based maintenance and control systems is desirable. Experience interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, loop drawings, and control logic diagrams is preferred. Experience with turbine and generator control systems, protective relaying, excitation systems, switchgear, transformers, motors, and associated power generation equipment is desirable. A comparable combination of education, technical training, certifications, and progressively responsible work experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. Physical Requirements The physical requirements described are representative of those necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires the ability to perform physical activities associated with industrial electrical and instrumentation maintenance, including lifting and carrying equipment and materials weighing 45 pounds or more, reaching above shoulder level, frequent use of hands and fingers for grasping and manipulating tools and test equipment, and climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and working in awkward or confined positions. Must possess sufficient vision to read technical documents, schematics, computer displays, instrumentation, and gauges, including the ability to distinguish colors as required for safe and accurate job performance, and sufficient hearing to recognize alarms, equipment conditions, verbal instructions, and audible warnings, with or without reasonable accommodation. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors at an operating power generation facility and may involve exposure to extreme heat, cold, humidity, direct sunlight, dampness, rain, slippery or uneven surfaces, elevated platforms up to 160 feet, ladders, scaffolding, confined spaces, poor lighting, limited ventilation, noise, vibration, dust, fumes, and odors, as well as work near operating machinery and electrical equipment. Must be able to properly wear and use all required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, goggles, face shields, hearing protection, gloves, hard hats, safety footwear, fall protection, and respiratory protection, and perform assigned duties safely while complying with all applicable safety procedures. Special Requirements Must possess a valid State of Florida driver's license. Must be available for overtime, emergency callouts, scheduled outages, and occasional travel to other FMPA generation facilities as required.