Instrument and Controls Technician
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$77.83 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Turlock, California |
About this job
QUALIFICATIONS
Equivalent to two (2) years of college level course work in electronics, instrumentation and electrical theory and technology. Equivalent work experience in instrumentation and controls may be substituted for education.
Strong mathematical background in algebra, geometry and trigonometry preferred.
Experience
Successful completion of an approved apprenticeship program in Instrument and Controls or recognized status as a journeyman Instrument & Controls Technician; in an electrical power generation facility.
Skills and Abilities
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written form on a technical level with coworkers, supervision, other District employees, customers and representatives of other agencies. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Work with others in a team environment. Ability to work alone or in conjunction with other employees and make decisions which affect the safe operation of the generation facility, without direct supervision. Ability to think clearly and rationally, and make critical decisions during plant upsets or other emergencies.
Technical and Analytical
Knowledge of: principles methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the installation, calibration, maintenance and repair of electrical, and electronic instrumentation controls and systems. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, plans, specifications, electrical schematics, logic drawings, and technical manuals. Ability to competently use various types of electronic tools, test and calibration equipment.
Administration and Operations
Use independent judgment and initiative. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Maintain detailed calibration records and reporting procedures. Requisition parts or materials as needed. Participate in preventive maintenance program. Enter and complete work orders, record device condition, pull required parts from inventory, record parts used, and work performed. Serve as acting Power Plant Supervisor as assigned.
Possession of an appropriate California driver's license.
This classification may be assigned to work an 8, 10 or 12 hour rotating shift schedule and weekends.
This classification will be required to work a scheduled on-call period.
Employees who are assigned an on-call period must respond to either workstation within forty-five (45) minutes of the time he or she is called out. This classification's workstations are defined as the Almond Power Plant, the Walnut Energy Center, or other assigned power plant. The on-call employee must obey all applicable traffic laws when responding to a call out.
While the minimum passing score is 70%, candidates who score highest may be considered for advancement in the recruitment process.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Item Percentage Required to Obtain a Passing Score
Written Examination 70%
(Section Weight - 50%)
Oral Interview 70%
(Section Weight - 50%)
Medical Examination
This position may require a medical examination to determine medical fitness for performing the duties assigned to the position or classification. Turlock Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, physical and mental disability, medical condition (cancer related), age (over 40), and marital status. Assistance is available in filling out job applications for disabled individuals. Applicants will be subject to drug testing in accordance with FHWA regulations, when the position requires a Commercial Driver's License. Turlock Irrigation District's bargaining unit positions are a part of an agency shop. Turlock Irrigation District provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with a disability in accordance with federal and state law.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO: Human Resources Department, via our web site at www.tid.org.
POSTING
Internal and external applicants may apply beginning Friday, January 23, 2026 until Friday, March 6, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.
Internal Candidate Note: Please refer to TIDEA MOU Section 20.2 and/or MSPC Section 26.13 for additional wage information.
Written Examination Date(s): To Be Determined after posting closes
Human Resources Department
(209) 883-8253
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