Good fit if
- You can work on-site at Palo Verde.
- You can join the on-call and emergency-response rotation.
Credentials that matter
Skills and tools
- I&C Systems
Required qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Three (3) years of working experience in the Instrumentation and Control Field, one of which should be related technical training, or successful completion of the PVNGS I+C Apprentice Program.
- Exposure to industrial work environments, shift work, and overtime, as required.
- Meets or exceeds minimum education and experience requirements per Palo Verde Procedure 01 DP-0 EM 08, Appendix A EEI MASS Test Administered - (Info) One (1) year nuclear power plant experience* *One (1) year of nuclear power plant experience is not required at the time of hire.
- The incumbent shall successfully obtain General Plant Qualification within the established qualification period after assuming the position.
- Completion of GPQ satisfies the nuclear power plant experience requirements necessary to meet the applicable ANSI 3.1-2014 qualification standards for the position.
- Pre-Employment Testing Selected candidates who have met the will be subject to the following requirements: As part of the hiring selection process, candidates may be asked to complete the MASS Test , a pre-employment assessment developed by the Edison Electric Institute (EEI).
- The Power Plant Maintenance Positions Selection System (MASS) is designed to support the selection of candidates for maintenance positions within electric power generation.
About this role
Palo Verde is seeking a reliable and skilled Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Technician to support the operation and maintenance of critical plant systems. This role involves hands-on work with advanced control platforms including Ovation, Foxboro Spec 200, and Rockwell PLCs. You’ll be responsible for calibrating and troubleshooting instrumentation to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent performance.
Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, calibrate, and configure a wide range of process instrumentation, including flow, level, pressure, and temperature sensors, switches, control valves, and other field devices using industry-standard tools.
- Calibrate loop controllers (Foxboro and Fisher Wizards).
- Troubleshoot and repair control systems including Foxboro Spec 200, Ovation and Rockwell PLCs.
- Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
- Perform loop checks and instrument diagnostics.
- Accurately maintain documentation and records of repairs, calibrations, and maintenance activities.
- Assist with system upgrades and commissioning.
- Work with engineering to improve system reliability and efficiency.
- Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on control systems.
- Ensure all work complies with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
Preferred qualifications
- Qualifications 5+ years of experience in industrial instrumentation and controls maintenance Experience with Ovation, Foxboro Spec 200, and Rockwell PLCs Experience in industrial environments such as oil & gas, water/wastewater, manufacturing, energy, or mining ISA Certification (CCST or similar) a plus Experience with calibration tools and asset management software Associate degree or technical certification in Instrumentation or a related field (or equivalent work experience) Strong understanding of electrical, pneumatic, analog, and digital control systems
- Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, and electrical schematics Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Excellent safety record and attention to detail Nuclear requirement: Any PVNGS employee may be called upon to serve as a member of the Emergency Response Organization (ERO) and will be expected to fulfill their obligation as an ERO member.
- This is a condition of employment at PVNGS.
- Roles and Responsibilities defined in Policy 1503 and implementing policy guide are applicable to all PVNGS employees.
- Any PVNGS employee may be called upon to support a refueling or short-notice outage.
Pay, eligibility, and equal opportunity
Export Compliance / EEO Statement This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S.
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