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TECO Peoples Gas · 1 day ago

Instrumentation and Control Technician (Dade/Broward/Palm Beach)

Miami, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Peoples Gas is the fastest growing natural gas utility in the Southeast, and they are seeking an Instrumentation and Control Technician to perform installation, maintenance, and calibration tasks on gas measurement equipment. This role also coordinates all gate station instrumentation and control installations within the assigned territory, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

EnergyEnergy ManagementOil and GasService Industry

Responsibilities

Coordinates all gate station instrumentation and control installations with division and corporate personnel within assigned territory

Installs and maintains gas measurement equipment including but not limited to large meters, meter indexes and correctors, industrial AMR devices, and SCADA equipment

Performs accuracy testing and performs calibration adjustments on gas measurement equipment such as meter instrumentation and meter volume correctors; Completes maintenance and calibration adjustments, as needed, on SCADA field equipment; Verifies programming configuration of SCADA Remote Terminal Units, electronic meter correctors, and industrial AMR units

Responds to industrial AMR (Automated Meter Reading) system dropped/disconnected calls, making repairs to AMR or telecommunication equipment as required

Plans, monitors and performs preventative maintenance as determined and scheduled during testing. Tracks maintenance schedules in the Work Management System (WMS)

Performs emergency response maintenance as needed, conducting on-site troubleshooting and corrective measures to gas measurement equipment

Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing the communication link between field devices and corporate database servers

Constructs new facilities and installs modifications to existing facilities according to PGS Engineering designs and instructions. Works with division and corporate personnel in the installation of electrical and electronic interfaces for SCADA, telemetry, electronic measurement, chromatograph and odorization systems. Replaces field electronic equipment to insure effective integration

Completes all required calibration documentation utilizing the work management system and ensures procedures follow accepted engineering principles and company policies and procedures

Ensures all field facilities related to gas distribution and transmission pipelines comply with Federal, State and local electrical codes

Works closely with and monitors the work performed by outside contractors, power and telephone utilities

Qualification

Instrumentation & Control experienceElectrical principlesSCADA equipmentD.O.T. requirementsTechnical abilityComputer skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsWork independently

Required

Minimum of High School Diploma/GED from an accredited institution

A minimum of 5 years instrumentation & control experience is required. In lieu of direct I & C experience, other related electrical work or measurement and regulation experience may be considered

Good understanding of electrical and electronic principles

Working knowledge of the D.O.T. requirements

Strong Technical ability

Computer skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to maintain high customer satisfaction through high systems availability with timely and accurate data and minimum system downtime

Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing to individuals internal and external of PGS

Preferred

2 year technical/related degree or equivalent

I&C or electrical related certifications

At least 5 years of instrumentation & control experience

Working knowledge of electronic corrector and RTU installations and maintenance

Benefits

Performance Bonus: Earn an annual incentive bonus that recognizes your hard work.

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance.

Retirement Planning: Secure your future with a 401k Retirement Savings Plan and a comprehensive Pension plan.

Ownership Opportunities: Participate in Emera’s Employee Common Share Purchase Plan and share in our success.

Time to Recharge: Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), paid company holidays, comprehensive mental, financial and physical wellness resources, and paid Parental Leave.

Growth and Development: Take advantage of tuition reimbursement and other training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career.