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Instrumentation & Controls and Electrical Distribution Systems Technician - Signing Bonus Available
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Position Number: 5670372
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Facilities Management

Instrumentation & Controls and Electrical Distribution Systems Technician - Signing Bonus Available

Requisition Number: 59518
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 09-Oct-2024
Date Posted:

Job Summary

Utility and Energy Services at CU Boulder encourages applications for an I&C and Electrical Distribution Systems Technician! This role performs highly skilled technical work in the operation, maintenance, inspection, adjustment, calibration, and repair of the campus wide industrial grade Utility Instrumentation and Control (I&C) Systems used for heating, cooling, and power generation. The position will also troubleshoot plant equipment as problems occur to minimize equipment downtime.

The Utility & Energy Services Group is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient production and distribution of steam, chilled water, domestic water, stormwater, sewer, and electricity at the University of Colorado Boulder.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Utility and Energy Services is responsible for the design, operation, maintenance, and repair of the campus's energy generation and distribution infrastructure for steam (heating), chilled water (cooling), and electricity. We provide the campus community with reliable utility services in an efficient and environmentally responsible manner and offer measurement, line locating, performance engineering, regulatory and data management services.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Diagnose, calibrate, read, repair, install, and modify utility instrumentation, and process controls. Work with the Operations Group to ensure equipment and devices are working as intended.
Troubleshoot, calibrate and repair transmitters, pressure switches, controllers and other devices related to the control and operation of the plant and utility distribution systems.
Willingness to learn about all aspects of plant and utility distribution systems.
Conduct tests, commission, and inspect all installed equipment for proper operation, balance, sequence of operations and assembly of components and ensure compliance to CU Standards, codes, manufacturer's handbook schematics, project specifications, as-built drawings, diagrams and blue prints.
Maintain documentation of all repair, calibrations, control points, and alarm and trip points of each piece of equipment; prepare schematic drawings, point-to-point diagrams, control loops, sketches and reports to indicate changes or adjustments made to plant systems.
Assist in the overhaul of gas and steam turbine generators, boilers, and centrifugal chillers, pumps, motors, and other equipment.

What You Should Know

This is an in-person position.

What We Can Offer

The salary range for this position is $59,592 - $75,712 annually.
A one-time $1,000 sign-on bonus paid out after 6 months of employment.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

Must have a valid driver's license.
Two years of experience in maintaining, repairing, preventative maintenance, installing, modifying, and calibrating instrumentation and process controls in an industrial, chemical, or utility plant. Possess a strong electrical background.

What You Will Need

Able to read and understand PLC programs and ladder logic.
Thorough knowledge of utility distribution system safety and environmental compliance requirements.
Knowledge in electronics, ModBus, and IT Ethernet communication.
Ability to effectively troubleshoot and repair basic electrical issues.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Problem solving and ability to think independently.
The ability to work independently and in a team setting.
Ability to use Microsoft Office software products.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
Optional: A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by October 9, 2024 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Instrumentation-Controls-and-Electrical-Distribution-Systems-Technician-Signing-Bonus-Available/59518