D.E.C. Inst & Ctrls Technician - ET1104 - DENTON ENERGY CENTER
City of Denton
Job Description
Title: Denton Energy Center Instrument & Controls Technician
Position ID: ET1104-600105
Department/Division: Electric/Denton Energy Center
Reports to: Denton Energy Center Maintenance Supervisor
FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes
DOT: No
Definition: Responsible for all instrument and control activities of the plant including the troubleshooting, testing, maintenance, calibration, and proper operation of all instrumentation
and control systems in the plant. Serves as the custodian of the Emissions Monitoring System and will be responsible for all maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of emissions
monitoring equipment.
Essential Functions:
Serves as the custodian of the Emissions Monitoring Systems.
Implements the facility's maintenance programs in the electrical instrument, and control areas.
Performs all maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of the Emissions Monitoring and Control Systems and associated equipment.
Demonstrates specific knowledge of the following:
Electronic & Pneumatic control systems.
System Diagnostic Tools.
Shutdown and Reboot Handling.
Network basics and Diagnostic of Network Component Faults.
Hardware components Diagnostics and Replacement
I/O Diagnosis, Replacement, and Troubleshooting.
Offline and On-line loading of application programs.
Tracing of signal paths.
Simulation of binary and analog signals.
Systems analysis, administration, and event managing.
Analysis of hardware and software errors.
Archive Management: Swap out Handling.
System Back – up.
Basics of P&ID Controller.
Function charts and diagrams.
Cabinets, structure and rack arrangement.
Hardware and software components.
Programming memory of sub-modules.
Redundancy Principle.
Troubleshoots, inspects, tests, maintains, repairs, cleans and calibrates instrumentation and solid state and microprocessor-based control equipment including plant communications equipment,
programmable controllers, distributive control systems, generator excitation equipment, battery chargers, and semi-conductor devices.
Troubleshoots, inspects, tests, maintains, repairs, and cleans electrical equipment including circuit breakers, motor operated valves, AC&DC motors and controllers, switches, solenoid
valves, and rectifiers.
Completes maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of process control systems, including pressure transducers, flow meters, temperature transmitters, level transmitters, controllers
and meters
Utilizes a wide range of test equipment, including recorders, computers, control and tuning modules, PC based software analyzer programs, oscilloscopes, data analyzers, logic test equipment,
analog and digital multi-meters, and other test equipment, while performing tests to identify problems and to maintain and calibrate equipment to performance standards.
Makes regular inspection rounds of plant electrical, instrumentation, and control equipment.
Connects, disconnects, and tags out equipment and circuits for test or repair and safety of personnel and equipment.
Assists in developing detailed preventive and predictive maintenance procedures for plant electrical, instrumentation, and control equipment.
Installs, builds, or modifies plant electrical, instrument, and control equipment as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
Pulls cable and installs and bends conduit.
Performs inspections in compliance with the national electrical code.
Performs calibration of plant emissions monitoring equipment.
Performs basic machine tool operations using the drill press, grinder, and lathe.
Uses an oxy-acetylene torch for burning and heating.
Performs soldering on electronic components.
Performs rigging and some basic mechanical repairs.
Maintains shop and storage areas in a neat and orderly fashion.
Maintains the safe and efficient use of materials, tools, test equipment and personal safety and all others working in the vicinity.
Cleans work area after work is complete.
Determines and installs wiring, conduit, fixtures, transformers, and other electrical devices in the size, type, and arrangement necessary for the proper and safe operation of electrical
systems, circuits, and equipment.
Coordinates activities of contractor employees involved in maintenance and repair of plant I/E equipment.
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omplies with plant policy and procedures, in particular, those involving personnel and equipment safety.
Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance
Additional Duties:
Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
Coordinates activities of contractor employees involved in maintenance and repair of plant I/E&C equipment.
The I&C Technician will be capable of proper HV grounding throughout the facility.
Thorough knowledge of High Voltage with respect to coordinating or supervising a contractor workforce.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
Five (5) years of experience in Electric Generating Facilities as an Instrument & Controls Technician
OR
Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job
Core Competencies:
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with co-workers and customers
Ability to lead by example and sharing of knowledge/skill.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, supervisors, department, and suppliers.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establishes facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to utilize complex computer operations (intermediate programming in 3rd and 4th generation languages, relational databases, and operating systems) and advanced features of software
packages (word-processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.)
Knowledge of AC/DC Circuits, Machines, Electronic theory, and components.
Ability to correctly interpret complex detailed electrical, electronic and pneumatic drawings and prints.
Thorough knowledge of plant safety procedures.
Strong knowledge in the use of personal computers and numerous software applications such as Excel, Word, MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, etc.
Ability to productively work independently and as an overall integral team member.
Thorough knowledge of plant Lock-Out Tag-Out requirements.
Ability to handle quick changing situations under stress and to work extended hours on short notice if and when required.
Ability to stay current with changing technologies.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Knowledge of the Data Acquisition Handling System, and Distributed Control System.
Preferences:
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Prior five (5) years related experience
Conditions of Employment:
Must possess a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license and state required minimum
automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)
Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
Must pass a physical examination
Must be able to work overtime when requested
Physical Requirements:
Overall Strength Demands: The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.
Sedentary – lifting no more than 10 pounds
Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
Very Heavy – lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.
Codes for “how often”:
Y = Yes
N = No
E = extensive (100-70%)
M = moderate (60-30%)
I = infrequent (20-10%)
A = almost never (<10%)
Task: Code:
Standing: E
Sitting: M
Walking: E
Lifting: M
Carrying: M
Pushing/Pulling: M
Overhead Work: M
Fine Dexterity: E
Kneeling: M
Crouching: M
Crawling: M
Bending: E
Twisting: M
Climbing: E
Balancing: M
Vision: E
Hearing: E
Talking: E
Video Display: E
Other:
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
The essential functions of this position require the use of hand tools, hydraulic and manual conduit benders, electrical testing equipment and electrical safety equipment.
Environmental Factors:
The essential functions of this position are performed in well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office/shop environment with adequate ventilation or in a shop environment
with adequate ventilation. Occasionally, this position will be required to work outdoors, possibly during inclement weather.
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
ADA/EOE/ADEA
Effective Date: 1/4/2018
Revision Date: 6/7/2021