Power Plant Electrician - Baldwin

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

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is looking for an Instrument/Electrician Technician to join their team in Baldwin, Illinois. This role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining various electrical systems and requires strong skills in problem-solving and communication. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in Electronic Engineering Technology and experience in a similar role. Competitive hourly pay and benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage are offered.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Must provide documentation for instrument and electrical experience.
• Basic computer skills needed for maintenance system.
• Ability to lift heavy loads and climb ladders.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs electric and electronic circuitry.
• Calibrates and repairs process instrumentation.
• Interprets drawings and manuals for equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem Solving

Education

Associate degree in Electronic Engineering Technology

Completion of approved apprenticeship program

Tools

Manual, pneumatic, hydraulic tools

Electrical test equipment

Motorized lift trucks

Overhead cranes

Job description

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.

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 IllinoisWe are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today! If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.

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