Mechanical Equipment/Instruments & Control Maintenance Technician

About The Company:

With superior reliability, Taunton Municipal Lighting Plant (TMLP) has been providing electricity for 128 years and providing internet services for 28 years to our local communities. Our employees are committed to our customers’ interests as a top priority because we put their success and well-being as our top priority. TMLP is governed by a three-member Board of Commissioners led by the citizens of Taunton, and serves 38,000 customers in Taunton, Berkley, Raynham, and sections of Dighton, Lakeville and Bridgewater.

Job Description :

This position reports to the Supervisor of Instrumentation & Controlss/Mechanical Maintenance at the Cleary Flood Generating Station and will be responsible for the following:

1. Disassemble, repair, install and overhaul electrical, electronic, computerized, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment used in the control and operation of gas turbines, steam boilers, turbine generators, reciprocating engines, pumps, compressors and other primary and ancillary components of a central station power production plant.

2. Inspect, remove, rebuild, fabricate and install valves, panels, piping and other equipment including disassembly, inspection and replacement of defective parts.

3. Maintain mechanical, pneumatic, computerized and electronic equipment needed to assure reliable operation of the systems controlling the operation of power plant facilities.

4. Document the repair, installation, inspection and calibration work done, as required, to maintain adequate historical records.

5. Service, repair and calibrate system monitoring equipment.

6. Troubleshoot electronic and computerized control loops and control systems.

7. Assist in writing/debugging PLC ladder logic control programs. Install and configure I/O cards on both GE and Allen Bradley PLCs. Troubleshoot loops and install/configure single loop PID controllers.

8. Support HMI and data acquisition systems.

9. Perform all work in compliance with prescribed industry and manufacturer standards and all safety and environmental regulations.

Qualifications:

Applicants shall have at least two years of utility experience in performance of the duties stated above for an operating electric generating facility.

Applicants must be able to read and interpret engineering specifications and drawings and demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of high-pressure boilers, pumps, turbines, heating and cooling systems and water purification systems in a central generating station.

Applicants must be familiar with PLC ladder logic. Experience with GE Proficy and/or Rockwell Logics systems is required. Applicants must be physically able to perform the duties of the position.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Massachusetts motor vehicle operator's license. Industrial Computer-related experience and ISA certification are preferred.

Ability to work in confined spaces and heights is required.

Please forward resumes and cover letters to [email protected].

No phone calls, please.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $54.19 - $63.76 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person