Lead Electrical and Instrument Technician

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

Reporting to the E&I Supervisor; The Lead E&I Technician plays a key role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing power plant equipment. Working as part of a small team, this role supports the E&I Supervisor in leading daily operations, assigning tasks, and prioritizing maintenance based on plant production needs. This position requires a self-starter with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and safely.

• Lead and support the E&I team in executing preventative, scheduled, and corrective maintenance.

• Inspect, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair plant electrical equipment and instrumentation (primarily 480V, up to 23KV).

• Maintain and service the Continuous Emissions Monitoring (CEMs) system.

• Terminate motors (up to 4160V), install conduit/wiring for new and existing equipment.

• Read and interpret PLC ladder logic and equipment manuals for technical support and parts ordering.

• Use ALM (Maintenance Management System) for accessing work orders, submitting requisitions, and documenting work.

• Hydraulics, fans, pumps, conveyors, refuse cranes

• PLCs (Allen Bradley: RSView, RSLogix 5000, SLC-500, ControlLogix)

• VFDs (4160V/480V), crane electrical controls

• Control valves, damper drives, transmitters (hydraulic/electronic/pneumatic)

• Switchgear (120V-23KV), MCCs, 125VDC & UPS systems, relay logic

• Process loop controllers (Moore, Siemens), motors (1-1000 HP, AC/DC)

• Test equipment (Megger, DLRO, DMM)

• Software: Microsoft Office Suite, ALM

• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial plant maintenance of high-voltage and instrumentation/control systems.

• High school diploma and valid driver's license required.

• Master Electrician's License or equivalent technical experience preferred.

• Ability to read and work from P&IDs, schematics, and manuals.

• Willingness to operate telescoping boom lifts, scissor lifts, and mobile equipment.

• Must obtain a MA 1C Hoisting License (forklift operation).

• Available for overtime, on-call shifts, and emergency coverage (nights/weekends/holidays).

• Will occasionally fill in for the E&I Supervisor, lead safety tailgates, and provide shift turnovers.

• Must be able to work in extreme conditions (hot, cold, dusty, wet, noisy).

• Capable of physical labor, including climbing, lifting, and working from heights with fall protection.

• Must wear respirators and other PPE as required.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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