Electrical & Instrumentation Technician - Journey Level (AA-002-26E) PERG Salary $105,828.00 - $131,484.00 Annually
Location: Whittier, CA Job Type: Open to all Job Number: AA-002-26E Department: Solid Waste - Energy Recovery Opening Date: February 24, 2026 Closing Date: March 3, 2026 11:59 PM Pacific
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JOB POSTING NOTICE OF EXTERNAL OPPORTUNITY
POSTING #AA-002-26E
ELECTRICAL & INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN - JOURNEY LEVEL
LOCATION: SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT, ENERGY RECOVERY SECTION, MAINTENANCE GROUP, PUENTE HILLS GAS-TO-ENERGY FACILITY, WHITTIER
NOTES:
The incumbent is responsible for working overtime as needed and responding to emergencies, which includes being placed on a weekend emergency callout list and promptly attending to emergency callouts as required. Furthermore, this position directly involves handling the Annual Power Plant and Facility outages.
Puente Hills Gas-to-Energy Facility is the base location, but this position also supports the Puente Hills Landfill, Spadra Landfill, Scholl Canyon Landfill, Palos Verdes Landfill, Mission Canyon Landfill, Calabasas Landfill Gas-to-Energy Facility, Calabasas Landfill, Puente Hills Material Recovery and Intermodal Facility, Downey Area Transfer and Recycling Facility, South Gate Transfer Station, Mesquite Regional Landfill and Intermodal Facility, JWPCP Bio-400 System, and Tulare Lake Compost Facility.
The following certifications must be acquired within the first six (6) months in the position: NFPA70E, forklift, man-lift and scissor-lift equipment operation.
The selected candidate must be medically cleared to wear a respiratory protection device.
This is a 9/80 position with alternating Fridays as the regular-day-off (RDO).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
To perform progressively more skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of instrumentation, computer process control, and electrical equipment and systems.
JOB SUMMARY:
The major job duties are listed below. For a detailed list, please see the job description.
Under the general supervision of a Supervisor of Electrical and Instrumentation Repair, the incumbent:
Assembles, installs, maintains, calibrates, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, digital, and analog control equipment and systems to ensure safe, accurate, and reliable plant operation.
Operates, maintains, calibrates, and repairs pneumatic, electronic, and computerized testing and measuring instruments to verify instrument accuracy and ensure proper system performance.
Maintains records and prepares reports of maintenance, calibration, and repair activities to ensure accurate equipment histories and support operational decision-making.
Reads, interprets, and prepares schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, blueprints, P&IDs, loop sheets, sketches, and equipment specifications to plan, perform, and document installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting tasks.
Orders and tracks parts, supplies, materials, and equipment to ensure availability of resources required for maintenance and project work.
Instructs apprentices or lower-level staff to develop technical proficiency, safe work practices, and troubleshooting skills.
Performs trade-related mathematical calculations to accurately size, adjust, calibrate, and verify equipment and system parameters.
Maintains shop areas, tools, and equipment to ensure a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.
Drives to and inspects new construction sites and equipment installations to verify compliance with design requirements, operational standards, and safety regulations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
All Applicants must possess the following:
A valid California Class C Driver License;
Four (4) years of Electrical & Instrumentation Technician experience performing progressively responsible installation, maintenance and repair work on instrumentation, computer process control and electrical equipment and systems.
One of the following substitution options may be applied toward the experience requirement:
Twelve (12) semester units of college course work or completion of one (1) year of a two (2) year degree or certification program in instrumentation, electronics or electrical technology, or a closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience;
Completion of a two (2) year degree or certification program in instrumentation, electronics or electrical technology, or a closely related field for two (2) years of the required experience.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of NFPA70E safe work practices.
EXAMPLES OF ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
Knowledge of:
Electrical theories and principles (e.g., AC/DC power systems, circuit protection, grounding, motor control fundamentals) and operation and characteristics of common electrical components and equipment.
Electronic, digital, and analog control equipment (e.g., sensors, transmitters, signal conditioning devices, microprocessor-based instruments) and the principles of how these devices generate, process, and transmit signals.
Instrumentation and process control systems, including process variables (e.g., pressure, temperature, flow, level), PLCs, DCS systems, control loops, PID behavior, interlocks, alarms, and automated plant control logic.
Mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems (e.g., actuators, valves, regulators) and the physical principles governing fluid and mechanical motion as they relate to instrumentation and electrical control.
Plant operational systems and power-generation processes, including how electrical, instrumentation, and control components interact with major plant subsystems, and how system conditions, alarms, and protections maintain safe and reliable operations.
Maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, and testing methods for electrical, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control equipment, including the proper use of diagnostic tools, test instruments, and measurement devices.
Applicable safety practices and regulatory requirements (e.g., NFPA 70/70E electrical safety, OSHA standards, arc-flash protocols, lockout/tagout procedures) and safe work practices for energized and non-energized equipment.
Ability to:
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, electronic, instrumentation, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical control systems using appropriate diagnostic tools, test instruments, technical references, and systematic problem-solving methods.
Install, maintain, calibrate, and adjust electrical and instrumentation components (e.g., sensors, transmitters, PLC/DCS hardware, protective relays) to ensure accurate operation and system reliability.
Interpret and prepare technical documentation (e.g., schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, loop sheets) to plan, perform, and document work activities.
Apply trade mathematics (e.g., voltage, current, resistance, power calculations, instrumentation scaling, unit conversions, and tolerances) to perform accurate measurements, calibrations, and equipment adjustments.
Use specialized tools and equipment (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes, meggers, loop calibrators, signal simulators, pneumatic testers, computerized diagnostic systems) safely and effectively.
Perform complex maintenance and operational assignments independently in compliance with safety standards, operating procedures, and equipment requirements.
Maintain accurate records and prepare clear, concise documentation used for compliance, maintenance planning, and operational decision-making.
Provide guidance and instruction to apprentices or less experienced staff, demonstrating proper techniques, safe work practices, equipment use, and troubleshooting methods.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SELECTION PROCESS:
All applications will be reviewed to determine if the conditions and qualifications for testing are met. The selection process will consist of a written test weighted at 30% and an interview weighted at 70%. Candidates must receive a qualifying score on each selection component to move forward in the selection process.
The written test will take place on Thursday, March 12, 2026, and have made arrangements to be available on this date. If I am not available, I agree to notify antonioarchuleta@lacsd.org as soon as possible, but no later than one (1) day before the test. I understand and agree with the above instructions.
Interviews for this position will tentatively be held during the week of March 16, 2026, and have made arrangements to be available during this time. If I am not available, I agree to notify antonioarchuleta@lacsd.org as soon as possible, but no later than one (1) day before the interview. I understand and agree with the above instructions.
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Employer: Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts Address: 1955 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, California, 90601 Website: http://www.lacsd.org