NRG Energy

Instrument Mechanic

NRG Energy$74K — $113K *
Pekin, IL 61554In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent education required.
  • Two year EET Degree or EAS Electronic Automated Systems Degree preferred.
  • Journeyman level experience with systems like Bailey or Allen Bradley strongly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of job safety requirements essential.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect, maintain, clean, calibrate, and repair various control systems and instruments.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot issues in combustion equipment and auxiliary systems.
  • Read and implement instructions from technical manuals and schematics.
  • Prepare work permits and manage access for SAFETY procedures.
  • Request and manage inventory of replacement parts and tools.
  • Input data into work history files and maintain equipment repair history.
  • Participate in training initiatives to enhance and share technical skills.

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental coverage offered.
  • 401K plan available for retirement savings.
  • Flexible spending accounts provided for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
  • Potential eligibility for bonuses and performance-based awards.
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

Working together under general supervision inspect, clean, adjust, calibrate and repair a variety of instruments, gauges, digital and optical systems, flow meters, and transmitters; write calibration procedures, interpret technical manuals, read electrical and mechanical blueprints, schematics, and preventive maintenance procedures and practices; perform basic technical skills such as soldering, pipe fitting, diagnose and troubleshoot problems with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic control systems; safe control and operation of plant equipment, within limits, for maximum efficiency and output; is a member of the station's fire brigade or acts as station fire guide for outside fire departments; perform all activities in accordance with applicable health, safety, and environmental standards; utilize computer and other technology based work management systems as may be required in performing work duties; perform all activities in a high quality manner to achieve best industry practice; perform general cleaning and housekeeping duties; interact with station personnel, contractors, and others to perform instrument mechanic functions; respond to overtime requests as needed; handle special assignments; and perform related work as required.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Locate and correct trouble in control systems and instruments of combustion equipment, turbines, chlorinators, water treatment systems and station auxiliary equipment.
  • Inspect, maintain, clean, calibrate, replace, and repair electrical and mechanical instruments and controls.
  • Inspect, clean, maintain, adjust, calibrate, and repair such instruments as manometers, gauges, flow meters, thermometers, air operated control valves, and other mechanical instrument and control devices.
  • Read, interpret, and implement technical information found in manufacturers and OEM technical manuals, electrical and mechanical P &IDs, and operating and maintenance procedures.
  • Test electronic equipment and replace defective components.
  • Prepare work permits and administer the SAFE Access to Plant, or similar systems, as it applies to the equipment under the control of the Instrument Mechanic.
  • Request the ordering of replacement parts and other necessary supplies.
  • Test electronic circuits.
  • Assist in the planning and layout of jobs including parts and equipment identification and ordering needed to complete the job.
  • Prepare work orders and input data into work history file.
  • Operate forklifts and other mobile equipment as required.
  • Maintain equipment repair history in MIMS and other technology based computer systems.
  • Participate in ongoing training to maintain and enhance skills required to perform all Instrument Mechanic duties and assist in the training of others.
  • Assist other job classifications as may be required.


Minimum Requirements:

High School degree or equivalent education

Preferred Qualifications:

Two year EET Degree or EAS Electronic Automated Systems Degree or equivalent, journeymen level experience and knowledge of Bailey, Loveland, Allen Bradley, Westinghouse WDPF or similar systems strongly preferred.

Additional Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Must have knowledge of job safety requirements, strong verbal and written communications skills, interpersonal skills and possess a demonstrated ability to learn.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

This position is exposed to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, cold and hot temperatures and moderate to high noise levels. The position requires a person to occasionally bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, walk, sit, stand and climb.

The base hourly range for this position is: $35.69 - $54.37* *The base hourly range above represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonus, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition the position may be eligible to participate in the benefits program which include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending accounts.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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Size
6,635 employees
Market Cap
$7.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$510 million
Founded
1989
5 Year Trend
+24.8%
Revenue
$9 billion
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