Night-Shift Electrical & Instrumentation Tech – PLC/SCADA

Simplot Company; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 44,460 - 63,322; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Job summary

The Simplot Company in Caldwell, Idaho, is seeking an instrumentation technician to ensure efficient operation of process control equipment in the plant. You will maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation and electronics, using sound judgment to make quick, safe decisions.

Responsibilities include installing and maintaining central process control equipment, tuning instrumentation, supporting PLC/SCADA work, performing preventive maintenance, and documenting preventive data

Qualifications

• Associate's degree (A.A. or equivalent) is required or preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Idaho State Journeyman Electrician License must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Installs, operates, and maintains central process control equipment and instrumentation to a high level of reliability (computers, PLCs, motor controllers, wiring).
• Tuning, calibration, and preventive/predictive maintenance of instrumentation.
• May assist with PLC/SCADA programming and ensure reliability for capital projects.
• Assist in developing electrical and automation plans for projects.
• Perform mechanical duties as needed and conduct regular process auditing.

Education

Associate's Degree (A.A. or equivalent)

High school diploma or Equivalent

Job description

The Simplot Company in Caldwell, Idaho, is seeking an instrumentation technician to ensure efficient operation of process control equipment in the plant. You will maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation and electronics, using sound judgment to make quick, safe decisions.

Responsibilities include installing and maintaining central process control equipment, tuning instrumentation, supporting PLC/SCADA work, performing preventive maintenance, and documenting preventive data