Electrician - NorthStar Clean Energy
NorthStar Clean Energy, Grayling, MI, United States
This position is with NorthStar Clean Energy, a CMS Energy company, and is not a position of employment with Consumers Energy.
Controls technician under general supervision installs, operates and maintains all plant instrumentation and process control equipment, including distributed discrete and analog computer systems and their peripherals, controllers and process actuators. They install, maintain and repair electrical systems and equipment, such as motors, switch gear, wiring, cables, lighting fixtures, etc.
Duty & Responsibilities
Perform calibrations and repairs on plant instruments, emission monitoring equipment and controllers
Maintain and program plant Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). Maintain and repair all instrument, electronic, and electrical equipment
Maintain a safe work environment through job planning, housekeeping, adherence to plant safety rules, procedures and identification and correction of hazards
Assist operations in times of plant upsets or trips. Read and interpret plans, diagrams and specifications
Perform preventative and routine maintenance to electric motors and switchgear, including live, high voltage work. Perform routine vibration monitoring of rotating equipment
Maintain records of control and electrical system modifications (including temporary jumpers)
Other non-essential duties as assigned or may be necessary
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to read and understand complex electrical diagrams, electronic diagrams, logic diagrams and technical manuals
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Ability to use past experience, analytical judgement, to plan and perform diversified work
Instrumentation and electrical skills
Excellent communication skills to provide clear direction and feedback to all team members on the site
Agility to be able to work overtime, as well as rotating shift schedules that include weekends and holidays
Ability to work in extreme heights and/or use JLG/Scissor Lifts
Position Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required
Associate Degree preferred
4+ years experience as Controls Tech (IC&E) at a power plant and/or previous experience in a related field (manufacturing, etc.) as a Controls Tech. (IC&E), required
PLC Programming experience preferred
Industrial electrical experience preferred
Trades or technical backgrounds are a plus
Valid driver's license required
Working Conditions
The working conditions for this position may include, but are not limited to, the following requirements and environmental exposures. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
The working conditions for this position may include climbing stairs; frequent walking; and the ability to sit or stand for extended periods. The role may require stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, as well as lifting, moving, or carrying items up to 35 pounds. Employees must maintain close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, and must remain alert throughout the workday. Effective communication is essential, along with regular use of computers and related technology. The position may involve exposure to atmospheric conditions such as dust, fumes, odors, gases, and other airborne particles. Work environments may include high noise areas, confined spaces, and elevated locations, as well as extreme internal or external temperatures, including prolonged exposure to the sun. The role may also involve exposure to mechanical, electrical, thermal, chemical, and high/low pressure steam hazards, as well as high electrical voltage. Employees may be required to operate heavy or hazardous equipment and handle potentially hazardous chemicals while following established safety procedures.
To support a safe and productive workplace, the Company may require a Fitness for Duty (FFD) evaluation to confirm an employee can safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. FFD testing will be used only in circumstances permitted by law and administered in a manner that is job related and consistent with business necessity.
Location
The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
Benefits
Competitive compensation packages
Medical, Dental and Vision
401k with company match
Paid parental leave
Up to 13 paid Holidays
Paid time off
Educational Assistance Program
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
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Controls technician under general supervision installs, operates and maintains all plant instrumentation and process control equipment, including distributed discrete and analog computer systems and their peripherals, controllers and process actuators. They install, maintain and repair electrical systems and equipment, such as motors, switch gear, wiring, cables, lighting fixtures, etc.
Duty & Responsibilities
Perform calibrations and repairs on plant instruments, emission monitoring equipment and controllers
Maintain and program plant Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). Maintain and repair all instrument, electronic, and electrical equipment
Maintain a safe work environment through job planning, housekeeping, adherence to plant safety rules, procedures and identification and correction of hazards
Assist operations in times of plant upsets or trips. Read and interpret plans, diagrams and specifications
Perform preventative and routine maintenance to electric motors and switchgear, including live, high voltage work. Perform routine vibration monitoring of rotating equipment
Maintain records of control and electrical system modifications (including temporary jumpers)
Other non-essential duties as assigned or may be necessary
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to read and understand complex electrical diagrams, electronic diagrams, logic diagrams and technical manuals
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Ability to use past experience, analytical judgement, to plan and perform diversified work
Instrumentation and electrical skills
Excellent communication skills to provide clear direction and feedback to all team members on the site
Agility to be able to work overtime, as well as rotating shift schedules that include weekends and holidays
Ability to work in extreme heights and/or use JLG/Scissor Lifts
Position Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required
Associate Degree preferred
4+ years experience as Controls Tech (IC&E) at a power plant and/or previous experience in a related field (manufacturing, etc.) as a Controls Tech. (IC&E), required
PLC Programming experience preferred
Industrial electrical experience preferred
Trades or technical backgrounds are a plus
Valid driver's license required
Working Conditions
The working conditions for this position may include, but are not limited to, the following requirements and environmental exposures. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
The working conditions for this position may include climbing stairs; frequent walking; and the ability to sit or stand for extended periods. The role may require stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, as well as lifting, moving, or carrying items up to 35 pounds. Employees must maintain close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, and must remain alert throughout the workday. Effective communication is essential, along with regular use of computers and related technology. The position may involve exposure to atmospheric conditions such as dust, fumes, odors, gases, and other airborne particles. Work environments may include high noise areas, confined spaces, and elevated locations, as well as extreme internal or external temperatures, including prolonged exposure to the sun. The role may also involve exposure to mechanical, electrical, thermal, chemical, and high/low pressure steam hazards, as well as high electrical voltage. Employees may be required to operate heavy or hazardous equipment and handle potentially hazardous chemicals while following established safety procedures.
To support a safe and productive workplace, the Company may require a Fitness for Duty (FFD) evaluation to confirm an employee can safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. FFD testing will be used only in circumstances permitted by law and administered in a manner that is job related and consistent with business necessity.
Location
The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
Benefits
Competitive compensation packages
Medical, Dental and Vision
401k with company match
Paid parental leave
Up to 13 paid Holidays
Paid time off
Educational Assistance Program
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
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