Instrument & Control Technician

Nebraska Public Power District

. Safely maintain and repair instrumentation, controls, computers, DCS, and supervisory/safety-related control systems at Gerald Gentleman Station .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeSutherland • Nebraska • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $42 - $52 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in maintaining and repairing instrumentation and control systems, including Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and programmable logic controllers. Proficient in troubleshooting, calibrating, and ensuring compliance with environmental and security regulations.

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Instrumentation And Control Systems MaintenanceDistributed Control Systems (DCS)Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) ProgrammingEnvironmental Monitoring SystemsRegulatory Compliance Knowledge

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Hard Skills

TroubleshootingCalibrationConfigurationTestingRepairEquipment MonitoringDatabase ManagementProcess Control InstrumentationSystem DiagnosisModule Replacement

Tools & Technologies

DCS EquipmentProgrammable Logic ControllersRadio Control Canopy SystemsPlant Communications SystemsEmergency Warning Systems

Industry Keywords

EPA RegulationsNDEE RegulationsNRD RegulationsNERC RegulationsCyber Security RegulationsPhysical Security Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Safely maintain and repair instrumentation, controls, computers, DCS, and supervisory/safety-related control systems at Gerald Gentleman Station
Maintain the integrity and accuracy of equipment monitoring and controlling regulated systems
Provide detailed equipment record keeping and database management
Troubleshoot and repair DCS equipment, including tuning, configuration, process databases, reporting, system diagnosis, and module replacement/restoration
Calibrate, test, configure, and maintain environmental monitoring systems in accordance with regulatory requirements
Monitor, tune, and repair integrated control systems operating critical station equipment
Troubleshoot, calibrate, repair, and verify process control instrumentation including transmitters, meters, controllers, indicators, analyzers, actuators, positioners, and motor-operated valves
Maintain equipment history for instrumentation and control systems
Program and configure programmable logic controllers
Configure, test, and maintain radio control Canopy systems for remote equipment control and environmental monitoring
Maintain and repair plant communications and emergency warning systems
Maintain communication and security systems in accordance with NERC, cyber, and physical security regulations
Perform other duties as assigned
Report to the Instrument & Control Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be recommended based on the Power Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS) results
Two-year Associates Degree in Electronic/Electrical/Mechatronics discipline or related field and 3 years of experience as an I&C Technician in an industrial setting; OR equivalent military training and 3 years of experience; OR High School diploma/GED and either 5 years of I&C Technician experience, completion of an I&C Technician apprentice program, or other qualifying work experience/demonstrated performance
Ability to troubleshoot, calibrate, configure, test, maintain, and repair instrumentation and control systems
Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
Ability to program/configure programmable logic controllers using application software from various manufacturers
Ability to maintain environmental monitoring, communication, security, and emergency warning systems
Knowledge of EPA, NDEE, NRD, NERC, cyber, and physical security regulations
United States citizenship/nationality, lawful permanent residence, or legal authorization to work in the United States
Ability to travel up to 25%, typically within Nebraska, with minimal overnight stays

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Incentive Program (AIP)
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with matching contribution after six months
457(b) retirement plan
Retiree healthcare benefits
Life benefit for designated beneficiaries
Health Savings Account annual contribution
Wellness initiatives
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Personal and family medical leave
Birth mother recovery leave
Parental child bonding leave
Employer-paid life insurance equal to two times annual salary
Personal accident insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Critical illness insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Long-term care insurance
Pre-paid legal/identity theft plans
Short- and long-term disability insurance
College tuition reimbursement
Relocation assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Training opportunities
Opportunities for growth