Instrument and Control Specialist

• Performs repairs, modifications, calibrations, and preventive maintenance on pneumatic, digital, analog, programmable, and other auxiliary equipment.  
• Performs repairs on control systems for turbine generator, burner management, coal handling, municipal solid waste, scrubbers, waste water process, precipitator, ash handling, EPA monitor/controls, fuel unloading, chemical controls, metals removal, sample systems, waste byproduct process, and associated equipment.  
• Works on solid state utility-wide control equipment, computers, microprocessors, and communications equipment.
• Troubleshoots instrumentation systems, loops, and basic equipment to the component using the appropriate test equipment.
• Repairs printed circuit boards and associated equipment; constructs special devices as required.
• Performs print corrections by revising drawings or makes new drawings for submission to be drafted, often at the engineering level.
• Tunes complete control loops.
• Maintains detailed work reports.
• Maintains interface with operations and other crafts.
• May be required to supervise and train lower-level employees.
• May be required to work overtime, or alternate hours, as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.  
• Position is designated as Mission Critical by Department Director.

• Performs related work as required.

• A high school diploma from an accredited school or a GED.
• Four (4) years of experience in electronic equipment and controls. 
• Two (2) years of experience maintaining and repairing pneumatic, analog, digital and programmable equipment in power plant control systems or related equipment. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must be willing to maintain a valid telephone number.
• May be required to pass and maintain qualification for:
  • Respiratory Protection Physical
  • Pulmonary Function
  • Qualitative and Quantitative Fit Test(s)

• Considerable knowledge and practical applications of the concepts and principles of pneumatic and electronic automatic process controls, control mode, input/output relationships, and calibration techniques.
• Knowledge and understanding of the functions of pneumatic and electronic pressure, level, temperature, and "smart" transmitters.
• Knowledge of the symbols and standard practices used in preparing process and instrument flow diagrams and the ability to use technical libraries to determine state-of-the-art methods for instrument selection, application, maintenance, troubleshooting, and problem analysis.
• Knowledge of microprocessors' general structure, functional role, and maintenance philosophies for unit, board, and component level troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of the basic characters and major components of computer data collection systems for power production.
• Knowledge of the principles of operations, terminology, safety considerations, and applications for common analytical instruments.
• Skill in operating electric/electronic test equipment such as DC power supplies, milliamps and millivolt calibrators, multimeters, signal sources, function generators, oscilloscopes, frequency generators and counters, and standard tools.
• Skill in applying operational principles, basic programming, and general principles of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) for testing, troubleshooting, and repairing PLC components and highway systems.
• Ability to analyze and correct instrument operating problems or identify problems suggesting modifications to meet operational needs as well as assisting in upgrading installed systems.
• Ability to keep records, prepare accurate reports, demonstrate communication skills, interpret varied instrumentation and engineering diagrams, specifications, and schematics, and understand and carry out directions.
• Ability to maintain harmonious relations with other employees and vendors.
• Ability to perform supervisory duties when required.

• Requires active work that involves walking or standing some of the time, exerting up to 100 pounds of force regularly, and routine keyboard operations.
• The job risks exposure to electrical shock, wet/humid conditions, heights, adverse weather conditions, confined spaces, pollen dust, fumes, noxious odors, vibration, extreme noise levels, moving machinery, and bright/dim light.
• The job requires normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception.

Salary : $43 - $47