Instrumentation Technician I

Position Overview

The Instrumentation Technician I position in the Maintenance section of Tucson Power Production is responsible for the efficient and safe maintenance and repair of power plant and related equipment. In this role, you will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain critical systems including continuous emissions monitoring equipment, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic instrument loops, and digital process controllers. You are expected to complete qualification signoffs as an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician within two years of placement. All job offers are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain continuous emissions monitoring equipment
• Install, calibrate, tune, and troubleshoot electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic instrument loops
• Install, program, configure and tune digital process controllers
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair hydraulic systems
• Troubleshoot and repair internal combustion gas turbine control systems
• Perform work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company practices and procedures
• Develop and maintain a database for plant information and instrumentation
• Install and configure smart transmitters and recorders
• Conduct hazardous chemical removal and containment including Mercury, Radiation devices and other hazardous chemicals

Required Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand prints, ladder logic and schematics
• Basic skills in chemistry, electricity, AC physics, electronics, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Basic math skills in Algebra, calculus, and geometry
• Mechanical equipment knowledge and aptitude
• Understanding of fluid power theories and principles
• Knowledge of programming languages and program structures
• Skilled in both oral and written communications
• Working knowledge of PLC and DCS systems
• Familiarity with instrumentation (flow, pressure, differential pressure, calibrations, calibration equipment, PID control, analog references, signal interpretation)

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Compensation: $51.06 per hour
• 401k Plan: Generous company match with additional non-discretionary employer contribution
• Affordable individual and family health insurance plans
• Tuition assistance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Plus much more as part of our comprehensive benefits package