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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Bridgeport, Connecticut

About this job

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Wheelabrator Technologies operates 15 waste-to-energy facilities and four independent power production facilities located across the United States. By generating clean, renewable energy, we are leading the way in reducing America's dependence on traditional fuels. We've been nationally recognized for our positive impact on the environment, and our facilities actively participate in OSHA's Voluntary Protection Program as Star Worksites, making Wheelabrator one of the most safety-conscious employers in the country. To learn more please visit us at: http://www.wtienergy.com .

We currently have an opening for an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician at our power plant in Bridgeport, CT.

Job Summary

The basic function of the E&I Technician is to install, troubleshoot, clean, inspect, calibrate, and maintain electrical, instrumentation, and distributive control equipment throughout the facility in a safe and professional manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned and may vary by location.

Monitors and maintains facility equipment to ensure safe and efficient equipment and facility operation.

Performs electrical preventive, repair, and calibration maintenance procedures safely and professionally with minimal supervision in accordance with Federal and State Regulations, and Company Work Rules, Policies and Procedures.

Initiates and completes work-orders and requisitions, and documents all critical and or pertinent information on a routine basis.

Responds and reports to work during off hours when emergency repairs are required.

Travels to other facilities with-in the Company when technical support is required.

Takes proactive measures to address improvement opportunities.

Assumes increased levels of responsibility when required or requested. Performs lesser skilled duties when required or requested.

Completes the Corporate and Plant Training Programs within the time frame prescribed.

Identifies and effectively uses basic and precision measuring tools to calculate and determine lengths, surface areas, and volumes as necessary while performing maintenance tasks on a routine basis.

Follows standard safety procedures, correct safety and environmental hazards, and report them to the Shift Supervisor immediately. Reads, understands, and applies information such as, lockout/tagout procedures, safety rules, job hazard analyses, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Works overtime.

Works rotating shifts during outages or if requested.

Communicates clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing; as well as communicate clearly whether using in-situ intercom system, two-way radio or face to face.

Anticipates typical problems, identify potential or recurring problems, and take appropriate action. Troubleshoots equipment, diagnose problems and repair.

Operates other equipment including, but not limited to, industrial forklifts, manlifts, skid steer type loaders, and other mobile equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Perform job duties within prescribed standards. Minimal supervision necessary once varied tasks are mastered.

Lead, guide, and direct staff of mechanics

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

Education and Experience

Education: High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

Licenses required as necessary to comply State, Environmental, and/or Federal regulatory agencies or if Electrician, licensed as necessary by State, Environmental, and/or Federal regulatory agencies.

Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

3 years Electrical & Instrumentation experience required

Bailey DCS and/or Allen Bradley, PLC experience preferred

Electrical & Instrumentation experience in the power generation industry strongly preferred.

Work Environment

Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits

At Wheelabrator Technologies, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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