Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical (IC&E) Technician

Based in Hanford CA, the IC&E Technician will provide support for the project fleet consisting of four facilities: Tracy Power Project, a 330 MW combined cycle plant located in Tracy; Henrietta Peaker Plant, a 96 MW simple cycle plant located in Lemoore, CA; Hanford Peaker Plant, a 97 MW simple cycle plant located in Hanford, CA, and the Malaga Power Facility, a 96 MW simple cycle plant located in Malaga, CA.

Opportunity Summary

The Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical (IC&E) Technician plays a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of plant operations by expertly maintaining and repairing critical instrumentation, control systems, and electrical equipment. This role involves performing preventive maintenance, calibrating and troubleshooting equipment, and analyzing data from diagnostic technologies such as PLCs and DCS. Additionally, the technician will support the early identification of system defects and ensure timely repairs to minimize downtime and enhance plant performance.

Primary Functions

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each and every employee’s performance.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, stair and ladder climbing, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. Protective equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties (e.g., hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high voltage protective equipment, etc.). Work with hazardous materials may be required. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

Fitness for Duty

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening.

Work Schedule

This position offers a 4-day,10-hour shift, in a California alternative work schedule. Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts with the possibility of weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, workload, and plant conditions. "On call" status will periodically be required. Travel as required to support additional NAES power plants with the San Joaquin Energy portfolio.

Compensation

The initial starting compensation will range from $49.39 to $57.98 per hour and will include an annual performance bonus.

Job Qualifications

About NAES

NAES Corporation is the leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have established ourselves as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Additionally, our growing family of companies enables us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.

Experience

Preferred* Graduation from an accredited Instrument Technician Program or 2 years of work experience as a technician in a related industry is desirable.

Education

Required* High School or better

Preferred* Technical/other training or better in Instrumentation & Control Technology

Licenses & Certifications

Required* Driver's License

Skills

Preferred* IC&E - Electric, Instrument &Cnrls

Behaviors

Preferred* Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Equal Opportunity Employer

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