E&I Technician

ForestryWorks; Anderson (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ForestryWorks in California is seeking an experienced Electrical and Instrumentation Technician for a Waste to Energy facility. The role covers installation, repair and maintenance of high and low voltage electrical systems, instrumentation, and control equipment, including PLCs, switchgear, and motor controllers.

You will diagnose faults, calibrate sensors, interpret schematics, and update plant drawings. The position requires strict adherence to safety codes, ability to read blueprints, and

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of electrical installation, repair and maintenance in industrial settings.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, diagrams and blueprints.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs and process control systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation and electrical components in power, steam and fuel systems.
• Install, calibrate and repair mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic instrumentation per specifications.
• Troubleshoot high/low voltage equipment, realign switchgear and update plant drawings.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Instrumentation

PLC / HMI programming

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Tools

PLC

HMI

SCADA

Job description

Summary:

This is technical work involving the installation, repair and maintenance of high and low voltage electrical systems and

equipment, and maintenance of devices that monitor and control the automated systems involved in the processing of

waste and generation of steam and electricity in Waste to Energy Facilities. This position includes all aspects of electrical,

pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, instrumentation and control systems.

Work requires the performance of skilled tasks to be in accordance with trade practices in the installation, repair and

maintenance of electrical wiring, motors, transformers, process controls, field instrumentation, electromechanical and

solid-state modular control equipment and other related systems.

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Instrumentation and Electrical Supervisor, through the use of planned

work requirements, established practices, manuals, incumbent expe1tise and supervisor’s instruction.

CRITICAL ELEMENTS OF PERFORMANCE

Inspects, calibrates, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs instrumentation and electrical components of equipment in the areas

of power generation, steam generation, steam distribution control, electrical switch gear, CEM system,

communication/security system, cooling water system, fire protection system, all water systems, and fuel systems.

Installs, maintains, calibrates and repairs mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic instrumentation within manufacturer’s

specifications. Installs pipe and/or tubing to process connection.

Troubleshoots low, medium or high voltage motors, transformers and cable systems to locate faults using electrical test

devices. Performs realignment of high voltage switchgear, LCS and MCC breakers as required by plant conditions. Strips

and realigns electrical busses.

Installs conduit, cable, receptacles, boxes, raceways, motor controllers and panel boards. Determines conduit wire size and

grounding requirements as per electrical code regulations.

Installs, operates, repairs, adjusts and troubleshoots PLCs, switchboard monitoring controls, and remote activation controls

requiring specialized skills.

Reworks and fits valves, regulators, actuators, cams, pressure reducers, transmitters and flow control valves, with various

tools and instruments.

Inputs and interprets PLC and HMI computer commands; evaluates data, ensuring proper systems operation and makes entries

into computerized maintenance control system. Updates plant drawings to reflect changes and provides written documentation

of work performed. Enters same into computerized maintenance system.

Maintains and repairs building components such as lighting systems, vent fans, small HYAC equipment and fire detection

equipment.

Installs, configures, and maintains plant process and data acquisition computer systems on the company-wide LAN.

Performs related work, as required and/or assigned.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Thorough knowledge of local, state and federal codes applicable to the installation, repair and maintenance of processing

plant and related equipment.

Considerable knowledge of all aspects of instrumentation, repair techniques, advanced theories of operation and

troubleshooting techniques in the mechanical field.

Considerable knowledge of electrical installation, repair and maintenance practices and procedures, as they apply to an

industrial setting.

Knowledge of and ability to interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, specifications, technical manuals, control circuit

diagrams and power distribution diagrams.

Knowledge of basic algebraic equations and basic physics pertaining to pressure-temperature relationships, boiler plant

operation and turbine operation principles.

Knowledge of safety and environmental precautions and hazards of industrial plants.

Working knowledge of local, state and federal environmental laws and regulations regarding Power Plant emissions.

Skill at diagnosing and troubleshooting equipment failure problems.

Skill in the use of tools, materials and equipment used in the electrical and maintenance field.

Skill in interpersonal relations and the exercise of good judgment and discretion in order to deal effectively with

employees, vendors, customers, and the general public.

Ability to work from drawings and specifications and to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

Essential Functions:

Must:

• Read, understand, and apply information such assafety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Read and comprehend vendor manuals, instruction manuals, technical data, work orders, and training materials. Write routine reports and correspondence
• Speak effectively with colleagues and other employees of organization
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing; as well as communicate (2-ways-speak and hear) clearly via
• in-situ intercomsystem and two-way radio.
• Demonstrate basic math skills to apply them as needed to complete required job functions.
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Recognize operational inconsistencies and hazards and display proper judgment in responding to them.
• Demonstrate logical and sound judgment in choosing courses of action.
• Required to identify and effectively use basic and precision measuring tools to calculate and determine lengths, surface areas,
• and volumes as necessary while performing maintenance tasks on a routine basis.
• Required to use reference materials and basic formulas to calculate lengths, surface areas, and volumes as necessary while
• performing maintenance tasks on a routine basis. Maintains and follows all Company environmental compliance, health and safety requirements policies, procedures and rules.
• Completes all required Environmental Management System and compliance Training.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Valid CA Driver’s License.
• Forklift Operator
• Manlift Operator

Regular Exposure To:

• Working near moving mechanical parts
• Work in high, precarious places
• Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)
• Airborne particles
• Dust, toxic or caustic chemicals
• Extreme cold (weather related)
• Extreme hot (non-weather)
• Outdoor weather conditions and risk of electrical shock
• Periodic noise in work environment
• Works in areas under adverse conditions that may require the donning and use of personal protective
• equipment including, but not limited to, the following with average fatigue:
• Negative pressure respirator
• Positive pressure respirator
• Self-contained breathing apparatus (steel or composite bottle)
• TYVEK suit
• PPE: Hardhat, eye protection, hearing protection, work gloves
• Approved safety shoes
• Rubber suit and gloves
• Chemical resistant suit
• Heat resistant outerwear.
• Flame resistant outwear.
• Safety harness

Regularly required to:

• Stand
• Walk
• Use hands to finger, handle, and feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Climb and balance on heights often greater than 4 feet
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, bend, push, pull, crawl
• Squat, reach overhead, reach forward, reaching waist
• Kneel, repetitive use of foot control and upper extremity
• Speak, hear, see, and smell
• Sit occasionally
• Specific vision abilities required by thisjob include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, ability
• to adjust focus and full color vision
• Ascend and descend stairs and stationary vertical ladders as part of normal work activity and emergency egresssituations
• Moderate to heavy lifting in a safe manner
• Move about all areas of the plant, including catwalks, deck grating, wet and muddy areas, and uneven surfaces
• Use machinist tools and align motors

Operate a 1.5-inch fire hose operating at 125 psi line pressure to the extent required to extinguish fire.

Operate fire extinguishing equipment ranging from handheld extinguishers to 200 lb. portable units

Access confined spaces and pressure vessels through standard 12\" by 16\" manways.

Operate other equipment including, but not limited to, industrial forklifts, manlifts, skid steer type loaders, and other mobile

equipment