What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrument and Controls Technician II/III position at Easton Utilities?
JOB OBJECTIVE: Under minimal supervision, work on the design, installation, programming, and testing of new electrical utility installations. Support and maintain existing electrical and control-type equipment at power plants, substations, EUC facilities, and the Town of Easton. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with on-call requirements.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
For placement at Instrument and Controls Technician II:
- Thorough knowledge of electricity, and Microsoft Office products.
- Must possess good communication skills to effectively work with internal and external departmental customers.
- Must have a thorough knowledge of logic functions, computer programing, such as C , communication protocols, such as Modbus, and various software platforms like Modicon for PLCs.
- Must know how to use electrical tools such as digital multimeters, power supplies, and frequency generators.
- Must be able to install, troubleshoot, and repair single-phase and three-phase electrical motors, motor control circuits, lighting circuits, and other associated electrical equipment.
- Must be able to read electrical schematics, prints, three-phase diagrams, wiring diagrams, and one-line diagrams.
- Must be available as needed to provide technical support during electrical outages, generator startups, and weather-related emergencies.
- Must know all electrical equipment rated 72.5KV and below.
- Must know NESC, NETA, and NFPA codes and standards.
- Must always wear proper PPE.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Must maintain regular, and reliable attendance.
- Must be part of an on-call rotation.
For placement at Instrument and Controls Technician III:
- In addition to the requirements for Instrument and Controls Technician II;
- Minimum seven (7) years of experience in power plant and/or electric system. Associate in applied science (AAS) in electrical technology operations preferred and can be substituted year for year for the required experience.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Four (4) years of experience in power plant and/or electric system. Associate in applied science (AAS) in electrical technology operations preferred and can be substituted year for year for the required experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.32 - $42.68 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 3% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
Ability to Relocate:
- Easton, MD 21601: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28 - $43