Instrumentation & Controls Technician

Constellation; City of Oswego (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job description

Who We Are

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.

Who We Are

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes. Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.

Total Rewards

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future.

• bonus program
• 401(k) with company match
• employee stock purchase program
• comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs
• disability and life insurance benefits
• paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days
• and much more

Starting pay rate $43.28/hr (non-negotiable)

Primary Purpose Of Position

Inspects, tests, repairs and calibrates instrument systems including reactor and turbine plant control and protective equipment, radiation counting and detecting instrumentation and security equipment.

Primary Duties And Accountabilities

• Tests all types of meters and gauges in the plant.
• Performs corrective or routine maintenance duties including decontamination, cleaning and replacing components of circuits.
• Maintains accurate records of instrument calibration and work performed.
• Installs, tests and maintains all types of relays when used in connection with the most involved control systems and equipment arrangements at major stations on the bulk power system.
• Tests bulk power system equipment, including large circuit breakers.
• Tests and maintains complex equipment, including supervisory, tone, telemetering, and carrier equipment.
• Reviews and analyzes problems to recommend improvements and modifications in organization, procedures, policies, standards, specifications, methods, processes, and equipment.
• Assigned as needed to support decontamination, housekeeping, painting, calibration, tool room work, and other duties as assigned.
• Provides training and oversight to other personnel.
• Perform emergency response duties as assigned.
• Assists other maintenance and modifications crafts.
• Completion of an I&C Technician qualification book.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED AND Associates degree in a technical discipline (e. g. Electronics, Electrical, Nuclear) OR
• High School Diploma/GED AND 2 years of military Electronics maintenance experience OR
• High School Diploma/GED AND 2 years of specialized training in power plant Instrument operation and maintenance in Navy Nuclear Electronic Technician role OR
• High School Diploma/GED AND 2 years as an instrumentation and controls technician in an industrial facility
• Ability to pass pre-employment testing
• Ability to work different shifts
• Ability to obtain and maintain nuclear site unescorted access
• Excellent communication, teamwork and organizational skills
• May be subject to certification and recertification with periodic reviews if required by NRC or industry standards
• Must be physically capable of performing the essential functions of this position
• Must meet requirement of NRC psychological testing regulations
• Must satisfactorily complete Plant Access and Radiation Safety Training including Respirator Qualifications and maintain unescorted access
• Must successfully complete and maintain an Associate I&C Technician qualification book as determined by the Company