I&E Technician II: Power Plant Controls & Maintenance

Vistra Energy; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Energy in Providence, RI seeks an I&E Technician to maintain, troubleshoot and repair instrumentation, control systems, and electrical equipment at a combined cycle power plant. The role requires reading diagrams, performing preventive maintenance, and coordinating with management and operators.

The position emphasizes safety, compliance with NERC standards, and the ability to work overtime during peak times. Union-bargained, with the hourly rate around $48.62.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and two years of trade/technical training.
• Six years of maintenance, repair and troubleshooting I&E systems.
• Ability to read process & instrumentation diagrams and electrical diagrams.
• Complete accredited CEUs: Basic Math/Algebra, Basic Electricity, Basic Electronics.
• Hold or pursue RI Journeyman Electrician license within 5 years.
• Experience with High Voltage Test Equipment; ISA Level I certification within 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair all plant I&E equipment from routine to troubleshooting.
• Assist Management and Plant Operators on instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance activities.
• Analyze equipment performance using test data and diagrams.
• Operate and troubleshoot PLCs: Experion, T3000, TDC3000, Allen Bradley.
• Use CMMS (Maximo) to log work orders and maintain records.
• Observe safety rules; perform LOTO and participate in safety programs.
• Coordinate with third-party contractors as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading diagrams

Electrical theory

Safety practices

Education

High School Diploma + 2 years trade/tech training

RI Journeyman Electrician license

ISA Level I Certified Control System Specialist

RI Crane Operators license

High Voltage Test Equipment experience

Tools

Honeywell Experion

Siemens T3000

Honeywell TDC3000

Allen Bradley

Job description

Vistra Energy in Providence, RI seeks an I&E Technician to maintain, troubleshoot and repair instrumentation, control systems, and electrical equipment at a combined cycle power plant. The role requires reading diagrams, performing preventive maintenance, and coordinating with management and operators.

The position emphasizes safety, compliance with NERC standards, and the ability to work overtime during peak times. Union-bargained, with the hourly rate around $48.62.