Electrical and Instrument Technician

Reworld Waste, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Reworld Waste, LLC is seeking an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician to maintain, diagnose, and repair power plant equipment, including boilers, electrical and control systems, and field controllers across 120V to 13.8kV. You will calibrate instruments, troubleshoot DCS, and support emissions monitoring systems in a safety‑driven environment.

The role requires a high school diploma and experience with motor starters, PLCs, and high power.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have experience with motor starters, PLCs and high power.
• Demonstrate actions that support Reworld Values and Behaviors, including safety and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and testing of low, medium and high voltage switchgear, circuit breakers, motor starters, and power transformers.
• Maintain higher voltage switchyard equipment and steam turbine driven generators.
• Perform electrical maintenance related to energy from waste boilers and associated equipment (pumps, fans, motors, conveyors, cranes).
• Troubleshoot and repair CEMS, process instrumentation, flow/level/temperature devices and communications.
• Work with DCS and historian devices; calibration, thermography, ultrasonic testing as needed.

Skills

Motor starters

PLCs

High power

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Electrical and Instrument TechnicianApplylocations: USA, NY, Jamesvilletime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR13763Who we areFor more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.Our VisionReworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.Our BusinessReworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.Our ValueReworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.All that we’re missing is you. Apply today!**About the role****SIGN-ON BONUS - $5,000 (1/2 after 30 days, 1/2 after 90 days)**As an **Electrical and Instrumentation Technician**, you will work safely to maintain, diagnose, and repair various types of power plant equipment, this includes maintenance related to boilers and its associated electrical and control equipment, repair and operation of field controllers, instrumentation, motor control centers and other power plant electrical equipment ranging from 120V to 13.8kv, and AC switchgear. **Position Responsibilities*** Perform maintenance and testing of low, medium and high voltage switchgear, circuit breakers, motor starters, and power transformers.* Perform maintenance of higher voltage switchyard equipment and steam turbine driven generators.* Perform electrical maintenance work related to energy from waste boilers and its associated equipment, including but not limited to, pumps, fans, motors, conveyors & refuse cranes.* Perform electrical maintenance work related to energy from waste air pollution control systems.* Trouble shoot, assess, inspect, adjust, and make repairs as needed to the Continuous Emissions Motoring System (CEMS) as well as all facility flow, pressure, temperature, and level instrumentation, which includes but is not limited to, transmitter flow devices, level controls, temperature measurement, and flue gas analysis equipment.* Trouble shoot, assess, inspect, and adjust, and make repairs, as needed to the Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and historian devices.* Perform preventative maintenance tasks, which include but are not limited to, routine calibration, thermography, and ultrasonic testing.* Operate various calibration equipment and perform electrical and instrumentation maintenance and repair work as assigned using proper Covanta safety practices.* Troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation problems and complete all maintenance work records.* Actively participate in plant shutdown work including teardown inspection of electrical plant equipment.* Maintain work area and tools in clean and orderly manner as well as performing plant and shop housekeeping chores.* Complete Covanta safety, compliance, and other required training / certification within the assigned timelines.* Perform other duties as deemed necessary by the E&I management team.**Required Qualifications*** High school diploma or equivalent* Must have experience with motor starters, PLCs and high power.* Ability to demonstrate how your actions support Reworld Values and Behaviors, including Safe and Inclusive Workplace, Delivering Results through Trust and Building Breakthrough Capabilities.**Preferred Qualifications*** Formal technical, military or apprentice training, preferred**Schedule** During training (4-8 weeks) schedule will be Monday- Friday 6:00 am -2:30pm After the training period this position will be an 8 or 10-hour day shift position. There is a rotating on call schedule and additional hours are scheduled during planned or unplanned outages; possibility of night support may be needed during this time. This schedule is subject to change based on business needs **Physical Demands Of The Role*** Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb* Ability to lift/carry 50lbs* Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces* Qualify to wear a full-face respirator* Consistently work in various weather conditions**Total Rewards & Compensation:*** Competitive Base Salary* Day one employee benefits: competitive health insurance options, PTO, retirement savings plan and 401K matchAll Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.**Pay Transparency** Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.The pay range for the primary location of this position is: 33.22 - 44.18 USD per hourReworldTM provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person—and their families—through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. ReworldTM reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.**Our DEI Commitment** Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.Know Your Rights (Click to view poster)If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to Reworldwaste.com and clicking on the ‘Contact Us’ button. Under Inquires, select ‘Careers’ in the Interest field, fill out all required fields including your message. In the message section, please note this is a ‘Job Application Accommodation Request’.