Instrumentation & Electrician Technician

Company Description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management. Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

The Electrical and Instrumentation Technician (I&E Tech) is based out of the Houston area. This is a Monday through Friday position with on-call responsibilities nights and weekends, if needed.
This is a great opportunity if you are an experienced Industrial Electrician, Electrical and Controls Technician,
Electrical and Instrumentation Technician (E&I Tech), Electrical Technician, Instruments and Electric Tech, or similar.

I&E Technician Primary Purpose:
Analyzes, troubleshoots, implements, improves, and maintains electrical power circuits and equipment. Maintains and upgrades control and automation systems and instrumentation, electronic and pneumatic equipment used in pump stations, water plant operations, and measurement facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Duties include installing, inspecting, maintaining, operating, troubleshooting, repairing, and calibrating various mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and electronic equipment. Along with completing all appropriate documentation associated with the duties.
• Perform preventative maintenance checks on pumps, compressors, drives, and auxiliary equipment.
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and train employees when the opportunity presents itself.
• Maintain electrical switch gear and power distribution
• Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all tools and equipment as needed.
• Oversee the construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.
• Stay up to date on Operations Qualifications and required training.
• Weekly or daily travel to operating sites.
• Interface and communicate with customers and suppliers as required.
• Complies with company safety and quality policies and code of conduct.

Qualifications

Experience / Specific Knowledge:

• Proficient with electronic test instruments and measurement devices.
• Knowledge and experience reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical blueprints and diagrams.
• Knowledge of Google applications.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• Experience replacing pumps.
• Experience with 120V, 240V, or 480V wiring.
• Familiarity with VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives), breakers, and conduit installation.

Competencies, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be able to respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies (within 1 hour) during and after regular business hours.
• Must live within an hour of Dallas.
• Overtime is anticipated.
• Proficient computer skills (knowledge of Google applications, operating systems, company software).
• Experience working with water treatment equipment is a plus.
• Ability to work with a team and coordinate work schedules.
• Demonstrates a high attention to details and able to follow work processes, standards, and requirements.
• Must be able to work from elevated platforms, excavated areas, ladders, stairwells, walkways, etc
• Knowledge of simple programming and PLC software preferred.
• Knowledge of Allen Bradley hardware and software preferred, but also Rockwell Automation..

Additional Information

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We're an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!
• Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement


Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

VWTS does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of VWTS, and no fee will be due.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.