Instrument Controls & Electrical (IC&E) Technician - Sunnyside, UT

IHI Power Services Corp.; East Carbon (UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an IC&E Technician at a cutting-edge power plant. This role involves maintaining and repairing critical instrumentation and electrical systems, ensuring operational efficiency and safety. You will play a vital role in troubleshooting equipment issues and implementing preventative maintenance strategies. The company values diversity and offers a competitive benefits package, including a 401K. If you are skilled in electrical maintenance and passionate about the power generation industry, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

401K Plan

Health Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in electrical or electronic fields required.
• Five years of experience in instrumentation and electrical maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair instrumentation and electrical equipment in the power plant.
• Conduct calibration programs and maintain regulatory records.
• Respond to emergencies and maintain safety protocols.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Instrumentation Calibration

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Mathematics

Education

Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering

Five Years of Experience in Power Plant

Tools

Electrical Test Equipment

Computerized Maintenance Management System

Job description

Instrument Controls & Electrical (IC&E) Technician - Sunnyside, UT

Sunnyside, East Carbon, UT 84520, USA Req #163

Monday, March 10, 2025

Joining IHI Power Services Corporation "IPSC" means you’ll be joining a team in which employees are recognized as the backbone of the company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes a 401K and provides a range of benefit options that will cover your wellness needs.

At IHI, Diversity, Respect, and Inclusion are not simply initiatives, they are a commitment from the entire organization to treating everyone with respect, valuing people’s differences, and empowering everyone to have a voice.

IPSC provides operations, maintenance, management, and power support services to the US Power Generation Industry across the United States. Our team is comprised of experts from diverse backgrounds of technical fields, including power operations, engineering, asset management, as well as finance, human resources, administration, safety and environmental.

Job Description

IHI Power Services Corp. (IPSC) has a career opportunity for an IC&E Technician at Sunnyside Cogeneration, a 53 MW waste coal-fired power plant in Sunnyside, Utah (Carbon County).

Job Summary

The IC&E Technician will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of all instrumentation, control systems, and electrical equipment in the power plant and the associated facilities. Perform work of high skill in the inspection, repair, testing, adjustment, installation, and removal of all electronic and electrical power plant equipment and systems. Track preventative maintenance and defective equipment, work tasks in the facilities utilizing the computerized maintenance management system.

Job Functions

• Maintain plant field instrumentation, controls, and electrical equipment in excellent working order by performing maintenance and repair as necessary.
• Establish and conduct a precise plant instrumentation calibration program and maintain all calibration records as per regulatory requirements.
• Perform plant preventive and predictive maintenance as assigned; collect trended data on equipment as directed by the O&M Manager.
• Accept first line responsibility for field instrumentation, calibration, control valves, and systems as designated by O&M Manager.
• Maintain, evaluate, and make recommendations on improving plant spare parts inventory.
• Service and maintain plant electrical equipment in accordance with vendor recommendations and plant established procedures.
• Maintain a thorough working knowledge of plant logic and control schemes; troubleshoot the systems utilizing drawings and diagrams.
• Be familiar with plant manuals, systems descriptions, operating procedures, and emergency response plans.
• Respond immediately to plant operating and safety emergencies.
• Assist in off-loading plant chemicals, oils, and other deliveries adhering to all plant safety guidelines.
• Interface with outside contractors and vendors as needed.
• Keep CRO informed of activities and plant conditions in a timely manner.
• Identify and diagnose plant equipment problems and adjust/correct within skill capabilities.
• Maintain work areas and tools in a clean and orderly manner.
• Perform electronic and electrical troubleshooting and testing.
• Inspect, assemble, disassemble, repair, and adjust all types of motors, generators, transformers, switches, control equipment, wiring, electrical signal, and communication systems.
• Complete assigned work orders on a priority basis or as directed by operations, in a timely accurate manner.
• Assist in maintaining all plant areas oil and debris free.
• Practice proper Lock-out/Tag-out procedures and follow all company safety procedures.
• Participate in the administrative maintenance of the plant manuals and technical references.
• Maintain complete equipment files, logs, and drawings for all designed equipment.
• Reports directly to and seeks advice from the O&M Manager concerning all assigned duties.
• Develops and maintains harmonious working relationships with other company personnel.
• Safety is a core value, and all employees are expected to work safely and adhere to safety rules and procedures.

Education and Experience – An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

• Associate degree in electrical, electronic, or engineering or equivalent and two years’ work experience as a technician in a related industry desirable.
• Five years’ experience in instrumentation/controls/electrical test equipment and electrical maintenance in a power plant or equivalent.
• Knowledge of power plant equipment such as motors, pumps, boilers, turbines, generators, and fluid systems.
• Basic understanding of fundamental principles of mathematics, AC and DC electrical theory, and thermodynamics.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Knowledge of power plant safety, especially in areas such as chemical handling and heavy equipment operations.
• Excellent oral and written communications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess basic math skills and good verbal communications skills.
• Must be cooperative and can work without direct supervision.
• Must know the hazards involved and the safety precautions to be practiced.
• Work within and ensure strict adherence to all safety practices and procedures.
• Must be able to respond to audio alarms and variations of sound.
• Work as a team and pool knowledge to respond to business challenges.

Work Environment

• Protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, and other equipment must be worn.
• Work with hazardous materials may be required.
• Requires working extended hours, varied shifts, or 12-hour shifts.
• Includes working indoors and outdoors.
• Includes working with high temperature liquid and high voltage equipment.

Physical Abilities

• Ability to work at heights and on ladders amid constant noise and vibration.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in high noise and/or temperature extremes.
• Ability to work in proximity to high voltage and/or rapidly rotating equipment.
• Ability to work occasionally with toxic chemicals.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties as requested.

IHI Power Services, Corp., (IPSC), is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, age, sex, or any other status protected by applicable law.