What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrumentation and Electrical Technician position at Drax?
Electrical & Instrumentation Technician
We are committed to creating a sustainable future and we invite you to join us in making this vision a reality.
About the Role
This is an opportunity to work as an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician, where you will be responsible for maintaining the electrical and instrumentation equipment at our production facility.
Main Responsibilities
- Inspect, test, adjust, calibrate, and repair electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems used to indicate and record various parameters.
- Maintain a functional knowledge of the operations software and hardware.
- Perform preventative maintenance inspections of all control instrumentation.
- Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical failures and take corrective action.
- Complete work order cycles, perform tasks, confirm time, and enter equipment history.
- Diagnose existing or potential trouble with plant electrical equipment.
- Lay out, install, and place electrical equipment into service.
- Perform housekeeping duties as requested, keeping designated areas clean and clear of safety hazards.
Requirements
- 5 years of industrial maintenance experience.
- Able to adapt to working within a team or lone working environment with minimal supervision.
- Ability to maintain and adjust equipment to maximize production and minimize downtime.
- Able to perform and coordinate good housekeeping in the facility.
- Will to work shifts that include weekends, nights, and holidays.
About Drax
We believe that when we help each other achieve our goals, we can accomplish great things. We strive to create a collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and supported.
