Instrument and Controls Technician

Salary: $77.83 Hourly Location : Turlock, CA Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 1857 Department: HYDROELECTRIC DEPARTMENT Opening Date: 01/23/2026 Closing Date: 3/6/2026 4:30 PM Pacific Description JOB SUMMARY Under general direction from the Power Plant Supervisor to install, test, calibrate, maintain, and repair all power plant automatic process control and recording equipment instruments, gauges, analyzers, transducers, sensors, transmitters, switches, computer systems and their component parts. Examples of Duties DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Program, configure, modify and maintain the distributed control system hardware and software. Develop, troubleshoot and/or modify control system logic, operator interface consoles, plant logs, reports, graphics, calculations, input and output devices. Maintain accurate records of modifications, and configuration backups. Maintain and repair emissions monitoring system analyzers and computers. Maintain, troubleshoot and repair turbine generator governor systems, generator excitation systems, voltage regulators, vibration monitors, field instruments and protective controls. Troubleshoot and repair various types of programmable logic controllers, transmitters, monitors, analyzers and field instruments. Maintain archive files of all data collected by these systems. Install, test, calibrate and repair all field instrumentation including; temperature, pressure, level, flow, vibration, and quality analyzers, transducers, sensors, switches, transmitters plus associated components and subsystems. Perform skilled diagnostics using a wide range of specialized test and calibration equipment. Read and interpret various types of technical drawings, logic drawings, and schematics. Maintain all calibration and test equipment in proper working order. Participate in a preventive maintenance program. Enter and complete work orders, record device condition, pull required parts from inventory, record parts used, and work performed. Develop instrument calibration and maintenance procedures and technical files. Assist with calibration and repair training for coworkers. Respond to emergency call out as required. Assist in similar activities at other District power generating stations. Perform other related duties as required or assigned by supervisor. Typical QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the skills and abilities would be: Education Equivalent to two (2) years of college level course work in electronics, instrumentation and electrical theory and technology. Equivalent work experience in instrumentation and controls may be substituted for education. Strong mathematical background in algebra, geometry and trigonometry preferred. Experience Successful completion of an approved apprenticeship program in Instrument and Controls or recognized status as a journeyman Instrument & Controls Technician; in an electrical power generation facility. Skills and Abilities Interpersonal and Communications Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written form on a technical level with coworkers, supervision, other District employees, customers and representatives of other agencies. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Work with others in a team environment. Ability to work alone or in conjunction with other employees and make decisions which affect the safe operation of the generation facility, without direct supervision. Ability to think clearly and rationally, and make critical decisions during plant upsets or other emergencies. Technical and Analytical Knowledge of: principles methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the installation, calibration, maintenance and repair of electrical, and electronic instrumentation controls and systems. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, plans, specifications, electrical schematics, logic drawings, and technical manuals. Ability to competently use various types of electronic tools, test and calibration equipment. Administration and Operations Use independent judgment and initiative. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Maintain detailed calibration records and reporting procedures. Requisition parts or materials as needed. Participate in preventive maintenance program. Enter and complete work orders, record device condition, pull required parts from inventory, record parts used, and work performed. Serve as acting Power Plant Supervisor as assigned. Supplemental Information Necessary Special Requirement Possession of an appropriate California driver's license. This classification may be assigned to work an 8, 10 or 12 hour rotating shift schedule and weekends. This classification will be required to work a scheduled on-call period. Employees who are assigned an on-call period must respond to either workstation within forty-five (45) minutes of the time he or she is called out. This classification's workstations are defined as the Almond Power Plant, the Walnut Energy Center, or other assigned power plant. The on-call employee must obey all applicable traffic laws when responding to a call out. While the minimum passing score is 70%, candidates who score highest may be considered for advancement in the recruitment process. SELECTION CRITERIA Item Percentage Required to Obtain a Passing Score Written Examination 70% (Section Weight - 50%) Oral Interview 70% (Section Weight - 50%) Medical Examination This position may require a medical examination to determine medical fitness for performing the duties assigned to the position or classification. Turlock Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, physical and mental disability, medical condition (cancer related), age (over 40), and marital status. Assistance is available in filling out job applications for disabled individuals. Applicants will be subject to drug testing in accordance with FHWA regulations, when the position requires a Commercial Driver's License. Turlock Irrigation District's bargaining unit positions are a part of an agency shop. Turlock Irrigation District provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with a disability in accordance with federal and state law. SUBMIT APPLICATION TO: Human Resources Department, via our web site at POSTING Internal and external applicants may apply beginning Friday, January 23, 2026 until Friday, March 6, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. Internal Candidate Note: Please refer to TIDEA MOU Section 20.2 and/or MSPC Section 26.13 for additional wage information. Written Examination Date(s): To Be Determined after posting closes Human Resources Department (209) 883-8253 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS SUMMARY The following summary of benefits is provided by the Turlock Irrigation District for employees filling regular full time positions. Holidays: 12 paid holidays per calendar year Sick Leave: 12 sick leave days per calendar year with no accumulation limit Vacation:T.I.D.E.A. Bargaining Unit 2 weeks (7 month through 5th year) 3 weeks (6th year through 9th year) 4 weeks (10th year through 14th year) 4 weeks + 2 days (15th year through 19th year) 4 weeks + 3 days (20th year & thereafter) Health Insurance is provided by the District and administered through our Third Party Administrator. Turlock Irrigation District utilizes the Anthem Blue Cross Prudent Buyer PPO Network. Out-of-pocket expenses can be limited if Anthem Blue Cross plan providers and hospitals are used. Employees have a choice of a PPO Plan or a HDHP (High Deductible Health Plan) during open enrollment or a qualifying event as per IRS plan guidelines. Prescription Insurance is administered by Express Scripts. We have a four-tiered co-pay structured plan: generic; formulary; non-formulary; & specialty. For maintenance medications, the Express Scripts "Mail Order" plan is most cost effective. Dental Insurance is provided by the District and administered through Delta Dental PPO Network. Preventative benefits are paid at 100%; basic benefits are paid at 80%, crowns, jackets and cast restoration benefits are paid at 50%. The District offers a voluntary Base Plus Buy-Up plan. Employee costs are minimized when utilizing a Delta Dental PPO Dentist/Orthodontist. Vision Insurance is provided by the District and administered through VSP. Employee costs are minimized when utilizing a VSP Optometrist. The District offers a voluntary Buy-Up Vision plan. Flexible Spending Account (Section 125) is made available to employees to cover health and/or dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis. A flexible spending account credit card is provided by BCC for health care reimbursable expenses as per IRS regulations. Health Savings Account is made available for those employees electing the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) only. A Health Savings Account credit card is provided by BCC for health care reimbursable expenses as per IRS regulations. Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance is provided by the District through VOYA Employee Benefits. Coverage amount is two times the employee's annual base salary. The maximum benefit is $200,000. Supplemental Life Insurance (Employees/Dependents) is available to District employees on a voluntary basis from VOYA Employee Benefits. Employees may elect up to $500,000, in addition to electing spousal coverage up to a maximum of $100k. Long Term Disability is provided by the District and administered by VOYA Employee Benefits. The benefit may reimburse up to 66.66% of basic monthly earnings. Deferred Compensation (457b plan) is available on a voluntary basis to District employees. Contributions are made before taxes through payroll deductions. Employees can authorize withholdings per IRS guidelines. Catch up provisions are available at age 50. Social Security/Medicare participation is required for all employees. The District matches the employee contribution. Retirement Benefits are provided by the District with a contribution by employees. The Defined Benefit Plans are based on date of hire, age, years of service, and average monthly salary at the age you elect to retire. Please refer to the appropriate retirement plan document based on date of hire. Educational Assistance Program provides employees financial assistance for occupational related school courses. 01 Have you had a successful completion of an approved apprenticeship program in Instrument and Controls or recognized status as a journeyman Instrument & Controls Technician; in an electrical power generation facility? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04