Electrical I&C Technician

TXU Energy; Midlothian, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Luminant Power LLC in Midlothian, Texas, is seeking an experienced electrical/IC maintenance professional to maintain and troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation systems at a combined cycle facility. You will handle testing, calibration, and repair tasks, while coordinating with vendors and ensuring safe practices.

The role requires strong knowledge of HV/LV systems, DCS/POSS/MASS familiarity, and the ability to read schematics and generate accurate maintenance records.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated technical skills with instrumentation/control and electrical systems.
• Experience with distributed control systems and power plant equipment.
• Knowledge of high, medium and low voltage electrical systems.
• Proficiency with CMMS software and basic Microsoft Office applications.
• Good communication, problem solving and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain electrical equipment, test, repair and install plant systems.
• Perform HV/LV switching and grounding for plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and control loops and plant DCS.
• Document maintenance history and calibrations; read P&IDs.
• Coordinate with vendors/contractors and participate in out-of-area outages.
• Support safe work practices and plant operation activities.

Skills

Electrical systems

Instrumentation/Control

DCS familiarity

High/Low voltage experience

Predictive maintenance tools

MS Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Calibrations/tools

Education

Vocational/technical degree in Electrical

Possible POSS/MASS program eligibility

Tools

CMMS software

DCS systems

Job description

Job Summary

Responsibilities include but are not limited to; maintenance of electrical and instrumentation equipment and participation as a member of a plant staff that is effective in operating and maintaining a combined cycle facility in a safe manner.

Job Description

Electrical Maintenance

Understand the basic AC/DC circuit theory, power plant cycle theory, and mechanics.

• Inspect, test, repair and install plant electrical equipment.
• Conduct low, medium and high voltage switching and grounding activities for all plant auxiliary equipment.
• Locate, analyze and correct malfunctions of electrical and electronic equipment.
• Use of computers for communication and research.
• Ability to use electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and blueprints for troubleshooting.
• Use precision instruments for electrical measurements.
• Perform maintenance on 345 KV and below electrical equipment.
• Perform common testing of generators, transformers and motors.
• Perform common testing of heat trace systems.
• At all times, demonstrate safe electrical work practices.
• Manage and work with vendors and contractors.

I&C Maintenance

• Analyze and repair boiler and turbine control systems.
• Assisting in calibrations, repair and maintenance of all instrumentation and control equipment at the site including the plant DCS.
• Troubleshoot and repair control systems as required to maintain plant output.
• Repair, replace, or modify instrumentation as required to maintain plant’s operating status.
• Assist in designing new control loops to improve control of plant operations, or to correct control system problems.
• Assist with maintaining the plant CEMS equipment.
• Be able to read process flow diagrams.
• Document and maintain records of instrumentation and control history.
• Maintain data acquisition systems and their database to ensure reliable information.
• Run computer diagnostic programs.
• Manage and work with vendors and contractors.

Other Functions

Understand and able to execute maintenance in accordance with the plant workflow process. Giving directions to the operator in the field to support operation of the plant.

• Comply with all environmental permits and reporting procedures pertaining to the plant.
• Comply with all Vistra policies and procedures.
• Acts as a team member with all members of Vistra staff.
• Carries out other duties as assigned.
• Occasional travel to other Vistra facilities to provide outage or project support.

Requirements

Required to have a telephone, may be required to be on call as needed, and will be required to work overtime as deemed necessary by plant management.

• Must have demonstrated technical skills with instrumentation/control and electrical systems.
• Working knowledge in programming digital equipment.
• Familiar with distributed control systems.
• Experience with 120V, 480V, 5KV, 21KV, 345KV systems, DC systems, switchgear, MCC’s, breakers, contactors, protective relays, etc.
• Experience with heat trace systems.
• Familiar with operation and maintenance of rotating equipment.
• Familiar with predictive tools such as infrared monitoring, oil analysis, gas analysis and vibration monitoring.
• Basic proficiency in software applications such as Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Must have demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
• Good verbal, nonverbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Develop and present technical training, as required, to the plant operating staff.
• Must have problem solving and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work and support teams, either as a leader or team member.
• Must be able to continually look for opportunities to create value through innovation and efficient use of existing resources.
• Proficiency in use of metering tools, calibration tools, hand‑held tools, and power equipment.

Essential Physical Abilities

Capable of frequently standing; walking; sitting; climbing; stooping and crouching; kneeling; reaching; pushing; pulling; grasping; talking; lifting and hearing Capable of lifting objects with weight of up to 50 pounds. Worker will be exposed to temperatures greater than 100 degrees Fahrenheit; equipment noise greater than 85 dbl; and hazards such as high‑pressure steam lines.

• Capable of using computer, telephone, radio, metering and calibration tools, hand‑held tools, power equipment, etc.
• Capable of climbing stairs and ladders.
• Ability to work at heights and with adverse conditions during operations and when participating in fire / emergency activities.
• Ability to enter and work in a confined space.
• Ability to work call out maintenance or rotating shift schedule.
• Ability to hear audible alarms, detect changes in noise levels of rotating equipment, and portable radio communication.
• Ability to perform first aid and CPR.

Education / Experience

All applicants must be a successful candidate on the Plant Operator Selection System/Power Plant Operations and Maintenance (POSS / MASS) program in order to be considered a candidate for this position. POSS / MASS exams are administered on an as‑needed basis by Human Resources and all communication concerning the testing is sent to the candidate's email address provided during the application process. Worker must possess knowledge of High, Medium, and Low Voltage electrical systems, Proficiency in standard personal computer email, spreadsheet, and CMMS software is required. Post‑secondary education from a vocational or technical school is preferred. Vocation or technical degree with an electrical major (I&C minor) and 3 to 5 years work related experience or high school diploma and (5) years of experience in maintaining equipment in a power plant environment. Combined Cycle Plant experience preferred.

Location

Job Family: Plant Operations

Company: Luminant Power LLC

Locations: Midlothian, Texas

Company Culture

• Exceeding Customer Expectations
• Great People
• Teamwork
• Competitive Spirit
• Effective Communication

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail] to make a request.

Company Overview

Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential power resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine. Vistra is the largest competitive power generator in the U.S., with a capacity of approximately 41,000 megawatts, or enough to power 20 million homes, operating in all of the major competitive wholesale markets in the country. Vistra is a leader in the energy transformation and expansion with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability, powered by a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. The company continues to grow its zero‑carbon resources, operating the second‑largest fleet of competitive nuclear power plants in the country, substantial battery energy storage capacity, and a growing number of solar facilities. Vistra is one of the largest competitive electricity providers in the country and takes an innovative, customer‑centric approach to retail, offering solutions to meet customers’ needs, including more than 50 renewable energy plans. Through its family of retail brands, Vistra serves approximately 5 million residential, commercial, and industrial retail customers. As a leader in the responsible transformation of the country’s energy supply, Vistra has made significant progress towards its 2030 and 2050 targets. The company has committed to a 60% reduction of Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, as compared to our 2010 baseline, and net‑zero carbon emissions by 2050, assuming necessary technological advancements and public policy incentives are achieved. Learn more about our environmental, social, and governance efforts and read the company’s sustainability report at https://vistracorp.com/sustainability/. Vistra’s hardworking team is committed to its purpose, "lighting up lives, powering a better way forward" and is guided by four core principles: we do business the right way, we work as a team, we compete to win, and we care about our stakeholders, including our customers, our communities where we work and live, our employees, and our investors. Learn more about how Vistra is powering a better way forward at vistracorp.com. Come join us and be part of something special!