Instrument & Control Tech

Power Industry Support, LLC is actively recruiting an Instrument & Control Tech for the Buena Vista Biomass Power Plant located in Ione, CA. The facility is an 18 MW CFB Biomass fueled power plant.

We are looking for an experienced I&C Tech with a solid background in power generation with strong electrical aptitude and organization skills. Solid fuel (Coal, Biomass, WTE) experience is a plus.

Salary Range: $40 – $51 an hour + Benefits

The hiring company does not provide sponsorship at this time.

Position Summary:
A Power Plant Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Technician installs, calibrates, maintains, and troubleshoots control systems, relays, sensors, and automation equipment for power generation units (boilers, turbines, generators) to ensure safe, efficient operation, requiring strong electrical/electronic skills, knowledge of P&IDs, and problem-solving for complex systems. Work with test equipment, hand tools, and PLCs, often under demanding industrial conditions, adhering strictly to safety and environmental rules, and are crucial for plant reliability.
Key Responsibilities:
● Installation & Calibration: Set up, wire, and calibrate control devices, protective relays, PLCs, and monitoring systems.
● Maintenance & Repair: Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on instrumentation and control loops for plant equipment (pumps, motors, valves).
● Troubleshooting: Diagnose and fix issues in complex automated systems, interpreting P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams) and electrical schematics.
● System Monitoring: Test and maintain equipment like SCADA systems, computers, and metering devices.
● Safety & Compliance: Adhere to strict safety protocols and environmental regulations, using PPE.

Key Qualifications:
● Education: Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Electronics/Instrumentation, trade school training, or equivalent experience.
● Technical Skills: Proficiency with multimeters, oscilloscopes, loop calibrators; knowledge of PLCs, DCS, electrical codes.
● Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, analytical ability, and communication.
● Experience: Experience in power plants, refineries, or similar industrial settings is preferred.

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits include Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, PTO, Sick Time, Bereavement and 401k.