Operations Instrumentation & Electrical Tech

UEE UNS Electric, Inc.; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UEE UNS Electric, Inc. in Kingman, Arizona, is seeking an Operations Instrumentation & Electrical Technician responsible for the efficient operation and maintenance of plant systems. This role involves managing equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and performing preventive maintenance on all major equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and relevant technician experience, with a strong understanding of electrical systems. Familiarity with voltages up to 15,000 volts is highly desirable, along with efficient communication skills. The position may involve working extended hours and ensuring plant reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from an accredited Instrument Technical Program or an approved and accredited apprenticeship program with two years of technician experience in a related industry is desirable.
• Four years of technician experience with increasing responsibility may substitute for the above.
• Strong skills in communication and organization.

Responsibilities

• Perform operations on plant equipment as directed.
• Adhere to safety rules and emergency procedures.
• Participate in on-or off-the-job training.
• Inspect, repair, install, and remove electrical equipment.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Ability to work from blueprints

Skilled in hand and power-driven tools

Organizational skills

Computer skills (MS Office, AutoCAD)

Working with voltages up to 15,000volts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from an accredited Instrument Technical Program or approved apprenticeship

Tools

AutoCAD

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Position Overview

Operations Instrumentation & Electrical Technician

This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the plant, the maintenance, and repair of all instruments, control systems, and electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform operations on plant equipment and auxiliaries as directed, including starting, stopping, and clearing equipment during normal operations, emergencies, and for repairs.
• Adhere to established first aid practices, plant safety rules, and emergency response procedures.
• Prepare maintenance requests for equipment needing repair.
• Prepare reports, logs, and time sheets; perform general housekeeping duties.
• Participate in on‑or off‑the‑job training as required.
• Respond personally to plant emergencies, including callouts and overtime as needed.
• Work rotating and standard shifts with periodic shift changes.
• Ensure compliance with the Environmental Compliance Program and take precautions to prevent non‑compliance incidents.
• Perform work safely, resulting in no accidents, and comply with the company safety manual(s) and all environmental permits.
• Make routine chemical readings and tests.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all major equipment, systems, and emergency backup systems.
• Participate in the administrative maintenance of plant operating manuals, technical references, prints, diagrams, and preventive/predictive maintenance records.
• Maintain complete equipment files, logs, and drawings for all designated equipment.
• Forecast, inventory, and reorder spare parts to maintain plant reliability.
• Assist in periodic physical inventories with UES warehouse personnel and standards.
• Inspect, repair, install, and remove pumps, compressors, valves, filters, nozzles, and other power plant equipment and auxiliaries.
• Inspect, repair, install, and remove motors, generators, transformers, switches, control equipment, wiring, electrical signal and communication systems, and storage batteries; work with electrical systems up to 15,000volts.
• Utilize, troubleshoot, and analyze DCS, PLC, and HMI turbine control equipment.
• Provide services to affiliates of the Company in accordance with the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and related Policies and Procedures.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities assigned by the immediate supervisor not specifically stated here.
• Adhere to all terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
• Subject to PHMSA pre‑employment drug and random drug/alcohol screening.

Physical & Working Conditions

• Work on feet for extensive periods, requiring stair and ladder climbing.
• Routinely lift up to 75pounds.
• Wear protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, and high‑voltage protective gear.
• Work safely with hazardous materials with appropriate training.
• Be physically capable of climbing stairs, ladders, working at heights, and operating in adverse conditions during operations and emergency activities.
• Enter and work in confined spaces.
• Pass an initial respirator pulmonary function test and periodic tests thereafter as required.
• Work extended hours and varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Perform operational, maintenance, or emergency functions as required, possibly in a safety‑sensitive role.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from an accredited Instrument Technical Program or an approved and accredited apprenticeship program with two (2) years of technician experience in a related industry is desirable.
• Four (4) years of technician experience with increasing responsibility in a related industry may substitute for the above.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with others, be self‑directed, and apply creative solutions to unique instrumentation & electrical problems.
• Ability to work from blueprints.
• Skilled in the use of hand and power‑driven tools.
• Successfully complete job‑related tests.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong personal computer skills, including the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and some familiarity with AutoCAD.
• Experience working with voltages up to 15,000volts highly desirable.
• Preferred: LM6000 gas turbine experience.
• Previous power plant experience as a plant operator highly preferred.
• Current Arizona driver’s license in good standing.