Power Plant Electrician - Baldwin

Vistra Corp.; Palatine Township (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Corp. is seeking a Power Plant Electrician for the Baldwin location. This role involves troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems, requiring an Associate degree in Electronic Engineering Technology. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to work with precision tools while ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electronic Engineering Technology or equivalent required.
• Experience in electrical systems and controls necessary.
• Ability to climb ladders and lift heavy loads.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electric and control circuitry.
• Perform instrumentation calibration and repair.
• Interpret drawings and manuals for equipment installation.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Mathematics

Physics

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in Electronic Engineering Technology

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program

Job description

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Job Summary

The Instrument/ Electrician Technician duties will vary but include troubleshooting and repairs of electric, electronic and control circuitry, programmable logic controllers, AC and DC motors, breakers (120v 1-phase to 4160v 3-phase), transformers, power supplies, fiber optics, generators, plant lighting, plant telephone and paging systems, and HVAC equipment. The successful candidate shall be able to perform process instrumentation calibration and repair, interpret drawings and instruction manuals and perform rigging as necessary to move, lift and position heavy equipment. This position requires excellent troubleshooting skills as well as the ability to communicate information in a clear and concise manner. This position requires the use of manual, pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical tools and test equipment as well as the ability to operate motorized lift trucks and overhead cranes. This role will pay this role pays between $39.35 to $51.59 per hour depending upon experience. Role is also eligible for Medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and family members.

Job Description

The Instrument / Electrical Technician reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Operations Supervisor and is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining all process instruments, controls, computers, PLCs and electrical systems at the Baldwin Power Plant.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoots and repairs of electric, electronic and control circuitry, programmable logic controllers, AC and DC motors, breakers (120v 1-phase to 4160v 3-phase), transformers, power supplies, fiber optics, generators, plant lighting, plant telephone and paging systems, and HVAC equipment
• Perform process instrumentation calibration and repair
• Interpret drawings and instruction manuals and perform rigging as necessary to move
• Lift, operate, and position heavy equipment
• Perform other tasks as assigned
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Electronic Engineering Technology or equivalent completion of an approved apprenticeship program
• Possess a working knowledge of mathematics and physics
• Must provide documentation to support their instrument and electrical experience
• Possess patience and ability to exercise care when working with small and precision parts
• Must possess basic computer skills needed to perform job functions as needed in a computer-based maintenance system.
• Ability to climb ladders, lift and carry heavy loads
• Ability to work in areas involving heights, enclosed spaces, and near or above water
• Must be available and willing to work overtime, and ability to work shift work
• Must successfully complete/pass POSS/MASS aptitude test
• Must be clean shaven at all times while on duty.
  
  

Job Family

Plant Operations

Company

Dynegy Midwest Generation, LLC

Locations

Baldwin, Illinois

Illinois

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

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  Full-time

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