Instrumentations & Control Technician

Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure; Gila Bend (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure Plc is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Technician for a 12-hour rotating shift in a power plant environment. You will repair and maintain instrumentation, control valves, motors, and switchgear, following safety policies and procedures.

The role requires reading electrical schematics and P&ID drawings, performing preventive maintenance, and coordinating with the I&E Supervisor. Valid driver's license and industrial I&C experience are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; 5+ years direct work experience as an I&C technician in an industrial environment.
• Must possess a valid driver license.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and loop drawings; interpret P&ID diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and performs corrective action on process control instrumentation and control valves.
• Calibrates electronic and pneumatic pressure transmitters and controllers.
• Repairs or replaces thermocouples or RTD temperature elements.
• Installs stainless steel instrumentation tubing.
• Troubleshoots and performs corrective action on electrical motors and plant electrical equipment and switchgear.
• Records work orders and material requisitions accurately.
• Performs tasks per I&E Supervisor directions and safety policies.
• Works rotating 12-hour shifts with on-duty meals/breaks.

Skills

Read electrical schematics

Single-line drawings

Loop drawings

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Digital multimeter use

SAP knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

We are currently recruiting a Instrumentations & Control Technician to join our team and contribute to key projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment. This role is part of a global team working towardcommon goals. We operate as one company, across all locations, with shared responsibility andclear accountability.

Description

Instrumentation and Controls Technician Job Summary

As the Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Technician, you will be responsible for repairing and maintaining all instrumentation & electrical equipment (both low & high voltage) at the facility including corrective and preventive maintenance on process control instrumentation, control valves, control systems, motors, motor control centers, breakers and any other electrical, instrumentation or controls components that are used in the electric generating plants. Incumbents are expected to work rotating shifts covering 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays and overtime as required. This is a safety sensitive position.

Instrumentation and Controls Technician Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and performs corrective action on process control instrumentation and control valves.
• Calibrates electronic and pneumatic pressure transmitters and controllers.
• Repairs or replaces thermocouple or RTD temperature elements.
• Install stainless steel instrumentation tubing.
• Troubleshoots and performs corrective action on electrical motors and plant electrical equipment and switchgear.
• Completes material requisitions in a complete and accurate manner.
• Writes complete and accurate accounts of work performed onto work orders.
• Performs all tasks assigned by the I & E Supervisor.
• Maintains good housekeeping, including company vehicles.
• Performs all work according to Atlantica’s safety policies.
• While working rotating shifts, 12 hours per day, all meal periods and breaks shall be considered as paid, on-duty time. The employee will coordinate work activities with co-workers and the Supervisor, as appropriate, to facilitate the applicable meal and break periods.

Instrumentation and Controls Technician Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Possesses a good attitude, self-motivated and works well within a team.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to perform and review preventive maintenance tasks associated with all electrical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and single line drawings, loop drawings, and P&ID drawings.
• Ability to operate a computer in accessing/updating work orders and stores information.
• Ability to function with limited to no supervision or technical assistance.
• Ability to adapt to different work schedules and eventual weekends in case of special projects/ outages.
• Shows the ability and desire to gain new skills / knowledge to progress in an ever‑changing environment.
• Use and maintain several types of hand and/or power tools, such as screwdrivers, pliers, wire cutters, soldering irons, cable pullers, hydraulic benders, and pipe threading machines. In addition, use a wide variety of test equipment including test lamps, multimeters, circuit analyzers, circuit breaker testers, voltage recording meters, meggers, watt meters, ohmmeters, and ammeters underground utility locators, thermography camera and 30’ and 60’ boom lifts.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment failures, analyze process conditions and impacts to recommend improvements for reliability issues.
• Must be proficient in the use of a Digital Multimeter & HART Communicator.
• Completes assigned training requirements.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Safety sensitive position is a job or position where the employee holding this position has the responsibility for his/her own safety or other people’s safety.

Instrumentation and Controls Technician Working Conditions

Works in normal steam power plant environment. Potential exposure to hot, cold, sudden change of temperature, dry, wet, dusty, quiet, noisy, moving objects, exposure to sun and rain, high places, and working alone or with others. Potential hazards include minor cuts, minor burns, electrical shock, falling objects, falls, eyesight and hearing impairment. Wearing of personal protective equipment is necessary, as is the ability to legally operate Company vehicles. Works 12-hour shifts, day or night, with on‑duty meals and break periods.

Requirements

Instrumentation and Controls Technician Prerequisites

High School Diploma or equivalent; plus 5 years' direct work experience as an I&C technician in an industrial environment. Must possess a valid driver license.

Instrumentation and Controls Technician Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and single line drawings, loop
• drawings, and P&ID drawings.
• Ability to carry out detailed instructions with limited supervision.
• Ability to use logical and divergent reasoning to solve problems.
• Ability to work safely and effectively with others.
• Ability to maintain clean work area and neat, accurate logs and journals.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to read, interpret and retrieve information from technical manuals.
• Ability to learn and execute emergency response procedures.
• Ability to operate, monitor and analyze problems with assigned equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Willingness to assist in training other personnel as directed.
• Knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft Office 365 and SAP.

Instrumentation and Controls Technician Essential Job Functions

Ability to speak, read, and write English and able to perform physical work, occasionally exerting up to 20 pounds of force and 10 pounds constantly, performing such activities as grasping, lifting, reaching, crouching, standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, pulling, sitting, and repetitive tasks. Ability to discern assorted colors. Ability to use emergency equipment in emergency situations, such as respirators and S.C.B.A (self-contained breathing apparatus).

Company Culture

We believein a culture of trust, shared goals, and accountability. No matter where youare based, you are part of one team working toward the same mission.