Production Technician - Instrumentation & Controls (Shift)

Florida Power & Light; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Power & Light Company, based at the Okeechobee Clean Energy Center in Vero Beach, FL, is seeking a Production Technician - Instrumentation & Controls to join the operations team. The role combines operator duties with on-shift maintenance, performed on a 12-hour rotating shift.

You will configure plant equipment, monitor performance, and perform preventive maintenance to ensure safe, efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Has held the classification of Instrument and Control Specialist (Including Digital) or equivalent.
• Must have previously held, or relieved in, Auxiliary equipment Operator or "B" Operator or higher.

Responsibilities

• Assures appropriate configuration of assigned plant equipment
• Monitors performance to identify operating characteristics, taking necessary actions to prevent or limit failure and optimize efficiency
• Uses appropriate tooling and equipment necessary to provide and sustain a safe, clean and productive workplace
• Uses appropriate tooling and equipment necessary to prevent or limit failure and optimize efficiency
• Performs preventive maintenance, when necessary, to ensure the proper function of equipment.
• Performs other maintenance tasks as needed
• Executes in-plant clearances orders as required
• Performs associated responsibilities according to the rules incorporated in the safe work practices handbook and the memorandum of agreement

Skills

Instrument & Controls maintenance

Valid Driver's License (Non CDL)

Job description

Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation’s most fuel‑efficient, cost‑effective power generation fleets and industry‑leading reliability, we’re redefining what’s possible in energy. Want to be part of something powerful? Join our outstanding team and help shape the future of energy.

Position Specific Description

The Production Technician - Instrumentation & Controls position will be a part of our operations team based in our Okeechobee Clean Energy Center in Vero Beach, FL. This position will be required to work a 12-hour rotating shift.

Job Overview

This is a multifunctional classification that combines the duties of the previous operator "A" and "B". The primary function of this classification is to perform in the role of an operator, the secondary function is to perform, as needed, on shift maintenance to the degree that the individual is capable, qualified and can be performed in a safe manner.

Minimum Requirements

• Has held the classification of, or has the qualifications to hold the classification of Instrument and Control Specialist (Including Digital), Plant Journeyman I and C, Maintenance Technician (I), or equivalent
• Must have previously held, or successfully relieved in the classifications of, Auxiliary equipment Operator, or "B" Operator ,or any higher operations position previously or equivalent experience

Basic Accountabilities

• Assures appropriate configuration of assigned plant equipment
• Monitors performance to identify operating characteristics, taking necessary actions to prevent or limit failure and optimize efficiency
• Uses appropriate tooling and equipment necessary to provide and sustain a safe, clean and productive workplace
• Uses appropriate tooling and equipment necessary to prevent or limit failure and optimize efficiency
• Performs preventive maintenance, when necessary, to ensure the proper function of equipment.
• Performs other maintenance tasks as needed
• Executes in-plant clearances orders as required
• Performs associated responsibilities according to the rules incorporated in the safe work practices handbook and the memorandum of agreement

Required Qualifications

• Pwr Plt Mtce Pos Sel Sys Test passed
• Valid Driver's License (NON CDL)

Preferred Qualifications

• None

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.

Employee Group

Bargaining Unit

Employee Type

Full Time

Job Category

Power Generation Bargaining Unit

Organization

Florida Power & Light Company

Relocation Provided

No

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