Electrical Instrument Mechanic III - Kincaid

Vistra Corporate Services Company; Kincaid (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Electrical Technician, where you'll ensure the safe and efficient operation of a facility. In this role, you'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing various electrical systems, including low, medium, and high voltage equipment. Your expertise will be vital in troubleshooting complex issues and participating in major maintenance projects. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on safety and compliance. If you're ready to make a difference and grow your career, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and control drawings.
• Background in calibrating transmitters and working with PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and repair electrical equipment and controls.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose plant electronic and pneumatic systems.
• Participate in major maintenance projects and inspections.

Skills

Electrical Equipment Maintenance

Troubleshooting Skills

Pneumatic Systems

PLC Programming

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree in Instrument Controls

Technical Certificate

Tools

Electrical Monitoring Equipment

PLC Systems

Valves and Controls

Job description

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the safe, environmentally compliant, and efficient operation of the facility. The pay rate for this position is $39.69 per hour. The role is also eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents.

Job Description

1. Evaluate, maintain, and repair electrical equipment & controls, relay protection schemes, electrical monitoring equipment, pneumatic controls, valve operators and controls, ignition systems, various operating gauges, instruments, PLCs, and alarms.
2. Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair plant electronic, pneumatic systems, analyzers, facility computers, process control equipment, and instrumentation.
3. Perform troubleshooting activities on all plant electrical equipment. Must be able to troubleshoot and diagnose problems in systems, read and interpret diagrams, protection schemes, P&IDs, equipment specifications, and vendor manuals.
4. Participate in major maintenance projects, including overhauls and replacement of major units and parts. Inspect and monitor work of third-party contractors during major repairs or installations.
5. Be able to climb ladders, enter confined spaces, work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways at heights of 80 feet or more, crawl through confined areas, and wear respirators properly.
6. Maintain and repair low, medium, and high voltage equipment including breakers, switchgear, switchyards, motor control centers, motors, disconnects, transformers, lighting panels, UPS, batteries, chargers, inverters, and VFDs.

Qualifications

1. High School diploma or GED required.
2. Associates degree, technical certificate, or military training in instrument controls or related field is highly desired.
3. Ability to read and interpret safety rules, procedures, control drawings, and manuals.
4. Background in instrumentation, calibrating transmitters, actuators, PH probes, and working with PLCs.

Physical Requirements

1. Must work on feet for extended hours and varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
2. Climb stairs, ladders, and work from elevated platforms and walkways at heights of 75 feet or more.
3. Work outdoors in adverse weather, exposed to heat, cold, machinery, energized wires, noise, dust, grease, oil, and fumes.
4. Carry, bend, stoop, push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
5. Wear personal protective equipment as required.

Additional Information

Job family: Plant Operations

Company: Luminant Power LLC

Location: Kincaid, Illinois

We are committed to exceeding customer expectations, fostering great people, teamwork, competitiveness, and effective communication. If this describes you, apply today!

Current employees of Vistra or its subsidiaries should apply via the internal career site.

It is our policy to comply with all employment laws and provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other protected status. If you need assistance or accommodations with your application, please email us at [e-mail] to request support.