IC&E Technician II
IC&E Technician II
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Job Description
Job Title: Instrument & Control Technician II
Reports To: Operations & Maintenance Manager
Direct Reports: No Functional Unit: Operations
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Position Type: Full-Time
Plant Location: Fountain CO
Onward Energy is an independent power platform that owns and operates over 7 GW of utility-scale wind solar and natural gas generation projects across the U.S. Our Vision is to reliably power a sustainable future. Our Mission is that as North Americas premier independent power generator we will deliver renewable and reliable power to our customers opportunities to our employees sustainable returns to the families who invest in us and a better world to the next generation. Corporate Offices in Denver New York and Charlotte we are where renewable meets reliable. See for more information.
The Fountain Valley Facility is a 240 MW simple cycle natural gas-fired peaking facility with a PPA with PSCo to 2032. The plant is located in Fountain Colorado. Adjacent to the Fountain Valley Facility is 145 vacant acres of land for future development.
Perform operations testing maintenance and administrative functions of a distributive control system (DCS) and all associated field devices including the Continuous Emission Monitoring System (CEMS) for a simple cycle gas power plant.
- Administers processes and procedures as required by the O&M Manager which includes:
- Identify and implement On-condition tasks.
- Evaluate recommended changes based on cost/benefit.
- Specify instrument and electrical changes as required.
- Required to complete the O&M Tech I qualification process. Qualification is required within 2 years of date of hire.
- Work safely following company and operator policies procedures and work practices in a positive cooperative and productive manner.
- Computes and analyzes test data.
- Use installed and portable test equipment and technical manuals to troubleshoot equipment and systems.
- Monitor maintain and review all system startup procedures to determine control and electrical personnel support requirements.
- Coordinates job activities relating to job planning work methods job standards and job reporting for the work assigned.
- Perform both routine and non-routine preventative and corrective maintenance on plant equipment.
- Assist other plant personnel as needed.
- Maintenance and upkeep of site buildings and grounds.
- Maintain calibrate and repair plant instrumentation and control devices.
- Prepares maintains and provides a variety of reports/documents as required or upon request.
- Reviews P&I Drawings and logic diagrams.
- Communicates condition of plant systems equipment and pertinent information to others.
- Coordinates job activities relating to job planning work methods job standards and job reporting for the work assigned.
- Creates procedures related to instrumentation and electrical systems.
- Directs and performs work in accordance with policies and procedures as established by the company and regulatory agencies.
- Operate all plant mobile equipment forklift man lift etc.
- Maintain documentation records of calibration tests and certification of electrical and instrument equipment.
- May be required to support job responsibilities as needed outside of scheduled work hours.
- Occasional travel may be required.
- Other duties as assigned.
- A two-year technical degree and minimum of 5 years of power plant and/or industrial electrical instrumentation or electronics experience is required.
- In lieu of a degree significant power plant and/or industrial electrical or electronics experience may also qualify an applicant for this position.
- Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) GE Mark VI and ABB Bailey INFI 90 Various PLC Controllers Teledyne Monitor Labs CEMS controls and equipment. Programming and configuration capabilities preferred.
- Knowledge of equipment operating limits parameters operating procedures and systems. Performs corrective actions if limits are exceeded.
- Working knowledge of combined cycle power plant system power plant operations and maintenance electrical principles work practices procedures and materials.
- Ability to interpret control drawings and P&IDs.
- Ability to make maintenance-related decisions with minimum direct supervision.
- Knowledge of instrumentation test equipment signal generators relay tests sets oscilloscopes and computers.
- Knowledge of industry-related CEM System hardware software and reporting.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills and possess the ability to learn.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with an advanced understanding of chemistry physics electricity and mathematics.
- Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions.
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail accuracy and timeliness.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to demonstrate basic computer knowledge of Word Excel PowerPoint and various other programs.
- Must be able to interact and communicate well with individuals in all areas of the company and outside vendors.
- Valid U.S. Drivers license with acceptable MVR history if applicable.
THE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to accomplish physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation
- Adhere to large amounts of standing walking bending squatting and lifting. May be required to lift carry and move up to 50 lbs. Will use arms and hands to signal grab hold turn push and pull objects materials controls and tools. Will occasionally work at heights climb ladders stairways and work from platforms. Will use vision abilities to focus see short and long distances colors depth perception and peripheral vision. Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat safety glasses/goggles earplugs/muffs masks/respirators safety vests gloves and steel-toe boots.
- Able to hear (at some dB limit of loss) plant alarms equipment condition and to receive oral instructions.
- Able to see to determine plant operating conditions and to avoid safety hazards.
Onward Energy team is comprised of industry professionals who embrace our values of accountability adaptability collaboration and excellence. At Onward Energy we seek to find solutions rather than assign blame.
Performing this job without full/focused attention may cause serious injury or even fatality. Work is generally performed inside the power plant but may work in all weather conditions ranging from warm/hot - cool/cold. Occasional rain and snow. Noise levels will be moderate to high. Job site will contain light to heavy equipment vehicles small to large equipment materials communication equipment and tools. People standing walking sitting signaling and talking. Bells whistles and alarms.
THE TOTAL REWARDS
If you require an accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a disability to .
EEO STATEMENT:
Onward Energy is an Affirmative Action Employer Females/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
