Industrial Electrician & Instrument Technician - Journey Level Technician

General Purpose of Work.  Under general supervision, positions in this classification check, test, adjust, calibrate, inspect, maintain, and improve equipment necessary for the safe and efficient operation of Energy Production facilities. Industrial Electrician and Instrument Technicians maintain a familiarity with and perform all work in accordance with MGE safety rules and practices to provide a safe work environment.

General Duties.  Schedules and performs routine and non-routine preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance work as required/assigned to maintain facility electrical and I&C equipment. Performs chemical analyses on plant water systems, adjusts chemical treatments as required. Develops and schedules electrical and I&C work for major outages and performs corrective and preventative maintenance tasks as required during these outages. Performs operational duties as assigned. Performs mechanical maintenance as assigned. Performs welding repairs as required/assigned. Monitors stock levels. Orders and receives deliveries of stores materials, and issues all parts, materials, and supplies required to support plant operation and maintenance. Interfaces with regulatory agencies as required ensuring plant operation and maintenance are in compliance with all applicable codes, laws, and regulations. Safely rigs and handles all heavy equipment, operates hoisting equipment. Works with and directs contractors and temporary personnel to ensure the successful completion of assigned objectives. Prepares, leads, and participates in training sessions as required. Operates and maintains all maintenance tools and equipment. Maintains orderly shop, stores, and other maintenance areas. Other related duties as assigned. Examples:  Represents the company and interfaces with vendors, maintains calibration, maintenance, and drawing revision records, collects information and prepares plant reports, assists with the development and maintenance of facility operating and maintenance procedures.

Qualifications.  Typically evidenced by graduation from a trade school, technical school, or recognized apprenticeship program with an emphasis on electrical maintenance of all electrical, electronic, and control systems and equipment in the power generation field. At least five years' related experience operating and/or maintaining major equipment in an operational power plant or its equivalent; five years' related experience operating and maintaining major equipment in an operational power plant facility preferred.

Knowledge and Skills to be Acquired.  Thorough knowledge of the use and application of the National Electrical Code. Strong understanding of computerized control systems (PLCs, microprocessors, etc.) and the ability to interpret associated software coding (e.g., ladder logics). Thorough knowledge/background in checking, testing, adjusting, calibrating, and maintaining plant electrical equipment, instruments, and control systems. Thorough knowledge of plant hazards and safety equipment, including all standard power plant personal protective equipment (PPE) and its proper use. Fundamental knowledge of power plant operations, and a detailed knowledge of power plant systems. Ability to work in widely varying temperature environments. Must be reasonably available for overtime. Computer literacy in asset management and storeroom inventory control programs, word processing, spreadsheets, and other software as required. Ability to use machine and hand tools, and precision diagnostic equipment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to perform heavy lifting as required. Ability to effectively make instantaneous and long-term decisions. Ability to logically solve problems and balance competing priorities. Ability to perform multi-discipline tasks. Ability to be certified in the use of respirators.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

About MGE

MGE generates and distributes electricity to 163,000 customers in Dane County, Wisconsin, and purchases and distributes natural gas to 176,000 customers in seven south-central and western Wisconsin counties. MGE is a regulated utility subsidiary of the investor-owned public utility holding company MGE Energy, Inc. MGE's roots in the Madison area date back more than 150 years.

An industry leader, MGE was among the first utilities nationwide to commit to net-zero carbon electricity by 2050, consistent with global climate science. Your community energy company is investing in a more sustainable future for the benefit of all our customers, investors, and employees. As your community energy company, we are committed to this area and its people. We take responsibility to:

• Plan and provide a safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy sup