IC&E Technician RNG

NAES; Morenci (MI); On-site; USD 43,435 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

NAES is seeking an Instrumentation Controls and Electrical (IC&E) Technician to maintain and repair instruments, control systems and electrical equipment in the Renewable Natural Gas process.

You will perform preventive maintenance, calibrate instruments, troubleshoot DCS/PLC and turbine control equipment, and assist in spare parts inventory while supporting safety programs under the Area Manager. Regular Monday–Friday shifts with potential on-call duties are described.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Instrument Technician program a plus.
• Experience maintaining instrumentation, controls and electrical systems up to 480 V.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on major equipment and emergency backup systems.
• Maintain equipment files, logs and drawings for designated equipment.
• Calibrate instruments as scheduled and maintain plant instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot DCS, PLC and turbine control equipment.
• Assist in spare parts inventory management and physical inventories.
• Support safety and regulatory compliance programs.
• Work schedule: Monday–Friday with potential extended hours and on-call duties.

Skills

Instrumentation & Controls

Electrical troubleshooting

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Oral and written communication

Blueprint reading

Computer skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Accredited Instrument Technician Program

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Opportunity Summary

The Instrumentation Controls and Electrical (IC&E) Technician is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all instruments, control systems and electrical equipment in the Renewable Natural Gas process. The IC&E Technician performs work of high skill in the inspection repair, testing, adjustment, installation and removal of all electronic and electrical power plant equipment and systems.

Primary Duties

• Perform preventive maintenance duties on all major equipment and systems as well as emergency backup systems
• Maintain complete equipment files, logs, and drawings for all designated equipment
• Assist in operational and mechanical support as needed
• Assist in maintaining and controlling spare parts inventory to maintain plant reliability. Assist in physical inventories.
• Conduct instrument calibration as scheduled/required
• Maintain all plant instrumentation and electrical equipment
• Inspect repair, install and remove all types of motors, generators, transformers, switches, control equipment, wiring, electrical signal and communication systems, and storage batteries, and work with electrical systems up to and including 480 volts
• Conduct troubleshooting and analysis on DCS, PLC and turbine control equipment
• Fully support and participate in the NAES Safety and Regulatory Compliance Programs
• Complete other tasks as assigned by the Area Manager

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include standing on feet for extended periods of time, stair and ladder climbing and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. Protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection and others must be worn in the performance of some duties. Work with hazardous materials may be required.

Fitness for Duty

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the dairy farms.

Work Schedule

This position offers a regularly scheduled Monday to Friday work week, with an 8-hour day shift. Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts with the possibility of weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, workload and plant conditions. "On call" status will periodically be required.

Compensation

The initial hourly rate of pay will range from $31.53 - $40.00 depending on experience.

Job Qualifications

• Ability to understand procedures and instructions specific to the area of assignment as would be acquired in four years of high school
• Graduation from an accredited Instrument Technician Program is a plus
• Proven track record of successful work experience at a Technician level or in a similar role with increasing responsibility in a related industry demonstrating proficiency in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing instrumentation, controls, and electrical systems
• Experience in working with voltages up to 480 volts highly desirable
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills are required
• Ability to work well with others and be self-directed, as well as apply creative solutions to unique IC&E problems is desirable
• Must be able to work from blueprints and be skilled in the use of hand and power driven tools
• Outstanding organizational abilities and proficient computer skills are necessary
• Proficiency in personal computer usage is essential
• Must have and maintain a valid driver\'s license

About NAES

NAES Corporation is the leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have established ourselves as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Additionally, our growing family of companies enables us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.