Electrical Controls Technician I

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc.; Gettysburg (Adams County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Controls Technician I to maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems at compressor stations. The role involves hands-on work with switchgear, motors, DC systems, and control networks, ensuring safe and reliable gas delivery.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, basic electrical/instrumentation knowledge, and a willingness to learn. A valid driver's license is required; associate degree preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with minimal related experience in electrical/instrumentation settings.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
• Preferred: Associate degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain electrical systems and equipment such as switchgear, motors, generators, pumps, and fans.
• Maintain DC electrical systems and equipment such as batteries, chargers, rectifiers, and inversors.
• Maintain station and unit level electrical control systems and their components such as PLCs, HMIs, and control networks.
• Maintain station and unit level electrical control system end devices such as motor controls, pressure transmitters, temperature sensors, and actuators.
• Maintain safety systems and components such as ESD panels, gas detectors, flame detectors, and manual activation switches.
• Assist in planning work and contributing budget-related information as required.
• Ensure proper operation, compliance, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of station systems.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Instrumentation basics

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in a technical field

Job description

Job Title:

Electrical Controls Technician I

Duration:

Permanent

Location:

Heidlersburg, PA or Chambersburg, PA, USA.

Description:

Are you passionate about troubleshooting and maintaining electrical systems. Our Electrical Controls Technician I play a vital role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of pipeline facilities. This entry-level role is perfect for those with a solid foundation in electrical and control systems, looking to grow their skills in a dynamic environment.

As you develop, you'll also gain operational competencies to become a Level I Station Operator-building a well-rounded understanding of both technical and operational aspects of our compressor stations.

What you will do:

• Maintain electrical systems and equipment such as switchgear, motors, generators, pumps, and fans.
• Maintain DC electrical systems and equipment such as batteries, chargers, rectifiers, and inverters.
• Maintain station and unit level electrical control systems and their components such as PLCs, HMIs, and control networks.
• Maintain station and unit level electrical control system end devices such as motor controls, pressure transmitters, pressure switches, temperature sensors, limit switches, solenoids, and actuators.
• Maintain safety systems and their components such as ESD panels, gas detectors, flame detectors, and manual activation switches.
• Assist in planning work and contributing budget-related information as required, consistent with the annual budgeting process.
• Ensure the proper operation, compliance, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of station systems such as air systems, air dryer systems, fuel systems, cooling systems, gas compression, prime mover, and all other equipment necessary to maintain gas delivery through the compressor station.
• Perform station maintenance activities, including but not limited to wastewater and/or environmental compliance and documentation, gas loss reporting, daily station inspections, and station operations.
• Responsibilities may require daily oversight and support of station activities, including weekends and extended coverage up to seven days per week.
• Recognize and respond to abnormal operating conditions, while completing accurate documentation and reports in alignment with company and regulatory requirements.

You have the following education and/or experience:

• High school graduate or equivalent education with minimal years of directly related experience in electrical/instrumentation and industrial type settings.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Preferred assets:

• Associate degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent education and/or experience.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to perform physically demanding activities in all types of weather conditions.
• Residency Requirement: Must reside within 30 Miles of the assigned reporting location.
• Must be able and willing to work overtime, weekends, shift, be on call and standby, and travel overnight as required.
• Possesses the desire to learn and advance, as an Electrical Controls Technician.
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, be on call and standby, and travel overnight as required.

Physical Requirements:

Include but are not limited to: Balancing, bending and stooping, climbing, crawling, carrying ( up to 45 amount of pounds), grasping, kneeling, lifting (objects 45 pounds), pulling hand over hand, pushing, reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, sitting, standing, walking, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement, grasping, kneeling, light - moderate lifting (objects up to 45 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement.

Mental Requirements:

Include but are not limited to: Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.