September 19, 2024
Electric Energy Jobs

Power Plant Electrician

Organization:
TXU Energy
Region:
Canada, Illinois, Baldwin
End of contest:
December 11, 2024
Type:
Full time
Category:
Electrician
Description

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.

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
  • 48 months experience in instrument and electrical maintenance in a power plant or heavy industry (Power Plant experience preferred)
  • 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.

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Contact

TXU Energy

1601 Bryan St

Dallas

Texas United States

www.txuenergy.com