Position Title: Electrical & Instrumentation Field Technician I-V (DOT-PHMSA)

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department/Location: Maintenance/Beulah, ND

Company: Dakota Gasification Company

Position Purpose

This position is responsible to provide electrical and instrumentation (E&I) maintenance services for field process units, including instrumentation and electrical systems such as process instrumentation, valves, motors, and motor controls.

Essential Duties

• Assist with the maintenance and repair of plant electrical and instrumentation equipment in a safe, logical, and efficient manner, in compliance with safety regulations.
• With assistance, perform basic troubleshooting and assist in the installation/repair/ maintenance of the following:
• Distributive Control System
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s)
• Temperature and vibration monitoring equipment
• Variable Frequency Drives
• Instrumentation
• Electrical systems, i.e. conduit, lighting, enclosures, etc.
• Control Valves
• Maintain a general understanding of all 480 volt switchgear and motor control centers.
• Assist with preventive maintenance, repair, and calibration of all plant electrical and instrumentation equipment to ensure smooth operation of the plant.
• Ensure that tools and equipment are in sound working condition and performs cleaning duties, as assigned.
• Repair and maintain systems in a safe, efficient manner in compliance with all company and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree in an Electrical, Electronic, or Instrumentation Technology Program or completion of a ND State Electrical Board approved electrical apprentice program.
• Knowledge of electrical drawings, troubleshooting, and repair of three phase alternating current circuits, solid state drives, microprocessor-based programmable controllers, instrumentation and control systems.
• Understanding of the National Electric Code.
• The incumbent will be required to register as an apprentice and work towards a ND Journeyman’s license.
• A valid driver’s license. This is a Department of Transportation (DOT) (PHMSA) qualified position.
• Resume required.

Typical Physical/Mental/Environmental Demands

Requires constant walking, hand coordination, and standing, occasional stooping/bending, climbing stairs and ladders, kneeling, occasional hand grip of 45 pounds, low level and elevated activity, lifting and carrying up to 55 pounds, reaching above and below shoulder level; sitting, lifting 50 pounds from knee to shoulder high, crawling, pushing and pulling up to 30 pounds, and use of keyboard/computer and test equipment. Requires continuous use of tools and occasional turning of valves and use of foot controls. Over 45% of the incumbent’s shift is spent outdoors. This position is continuously exposed to noise; frequently exposed to dirt, dust, chemicals, extreme heat and cold; and occasionally exposed to vibration, poor ventilation, and confined areas. Will be required to wear dust masks, respirators, and full face Scott Air Paks when necessary. Frequently requires working in high climbing areas on grating, ladders, scaffolding, and other areas requiring use of safety equipment and may involve work at heights from 10 to 150 feet, which requires the use of safety equipment, including a harness, in accordance with ANSI Z359 standards. Requires finger dexterity, binocular vision, color vision, hearing, and the ability to speak. Must have the ability to analyze data and reports, implement recommendations, and follow verbal and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively with others and present information in a clear, concise manner. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Incumbent may work a 12-hour rotating shift.

Wage: $ 40.75 - $57.37 per hour

Applicants interested in this opening should go to https://www.dakotagas.com to apply. Employees must apply through Inside Basin, by clicking on a position and signing into the Infor Application.

Basin Electric is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veterans status.