About the Department
Please Note: This recruitment may close at any time upon receiving 200 applications.
JOB SUMMARY
Under immediate supervision, to work with and assist an Instrument and Controls Technician receiving increasing instruction and experience in the maintenance and repair of complex automated process monitoring and control systems within the gas turbine power plants.
Position Duties
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with and assist an Instrument and Controls Technician.
During training, perform progressively more difficult and technical duties.
Assist in maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of the plant control systems including; programmable logic controllers, distributed control system, operator interface consoles, plant logs, reports, graphic displays, calculations, input and output devices. Maintain accurate records of modifications, and configuration backups.
Assist in maintenance and repair of emissions monitoring system analyzers and computers.
Assist in maintenance, and repair turbine generator governor systems, generator excitation systems, voltage regulators, vibration monitors, field instruments and protective controls.
Assist in installation and repair all field instrumentation including; temperature, pressure, level, flow, vibration, and quality analyzers, transducers, sensors, switches, transmitters plus associated components and subsystems.
Perform progressively more skilled diagnostics using a wide range of specialized test and calibration equipment. Maintain all calibration and test equipment in proper working order.
Read and interpret various types of technical drawings, logic drawings, and schematics.
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.
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.
Minimum Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS 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:
Knowledge of:
Basic electricity.
Fundamental safety precautions.
Must be able to read blueprints and schematic drawings.
Education
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by specialized training in electronics, instrumentation and electrical theory and technology. Equivalent work experience in instrumentation and controls may be substituted for supplemental education.
Strong mathematical background in algebra, geometry and trigonometry required.
Experience
Two years of equivalent work experience in instrumentation and controls is preferred.
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. Ability to work alone or in conjunction with other employees. Ability to think clearly and rationally, and during plant upsets or other emergencies.
Technical and Analytical.
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, and calibration equipment.
Administration and Operations.
Use independent judgment and initiative. 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.
Other Qualifications
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 www.tid.org.
POSTING
Internal applicants may apply beginning Thursday, January 22, 2026 until Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.
SECOND POSTING -
Internal and external applicants may apply beginning Wednesday, May 13, 2026 until Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 4:30 p.m., or until a maximum of 200 applications have been received.
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