Commissioning I&C Technician | Power Generation | On-Site Contract | U.S.
BlueDot Staff Recruiting is supporting a U.S. power generation project and is seeking a Commissioning Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Technician to support the transition from construction completion to operational readiness at a facility in Lathrop, Missouri. We are looking for technically skilled professionals with relevant power plant startup or commissioning experience who can support instrumentation and control systems through equipment checks, testing, startup, and turnover.
What We Offer
- Contract assignment currently scheduled from November 2, 2026, through April 2, 2027 (estimated end date);
- On-site work in Lathrop, Missouri;
- Expected schedule of 50 hours per week (10 hours per day, five days per week);
- $120 per day in per diem;
- $500 mobilization payment and $500 demobilization payment upon project completion;
- Travel support for candidates available to travel for the assignment;
- Benefits eligibility for contractors working 30 or more hours per week, through the employer of record;
- Access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k), and other optional benefits.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect and verify equipment and instrumentation against design specifications and startup requirements;
- Support instrumentation and controls system checks, testing, and startup activities;
- Assist with startup procedures and system walkdowns;
- Prepare and maintain commissioning documentation and technical records;
- Track outstanding work and help resolve issues affecting commissioning progress;
- Support system handover from construction to operations;
- Coordinate with project team members to ensure assigned systems are ready for startup and operational use;
- Follow applicable safety procedures and project requirements throughout commissioning activities.
Requirements
- Relevant experience in power plant startup or commissioning, specifically involving instrumentation and controls systems;
- Availability for the full on-site assignment in Lathrop, Missouri;
- Ability to support equipment checks, testing, startup procedures, and commissioning documentation;
- Strong communication and practical problem-solving skills;
- A safety-oriented mindset and attention to detail;
- Willingness to travel and work on-site for the assignment, if not local.
Preferred Qualifications
- Engineering degree in a relevant discipline;
- At least 3 years of relevant power plant startup experience;
- OSHA 10 training;
- Experience with instrumentation and controls systems in power generation facilities;
- Familiarity with commissioning procedures, system walkdowns, and construction-to-operations turnover.
Work Arrangement and Location
- Location: Lathrop, Missouri;
- Work arrangement: On-site contract;
- Schedule: Expected 50 hours per week (10 hours per day, five days per week);
- Duration: November 2, 2026, through April 2, 2027 (estimated end date);
- Travel support: Available for candidates traveling to the project;
- Per diem: $120 per day;
- Mobilization: $500;
- Demobilization: $500 upon project completion;
- Openings: One position;
- Employment arrangement: Contract through an employer of record.
Both local candidates and professionals who can travel and remain available for the full assignment are welcome to apply. The start date and final schedule will be confirmed during the recruitment process.
Benefits
Contractors working 30 or more hours per week may enroll in benefits through the employer of record, including. Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage is available for the employee and spouse. Premiums are paid by contractors through pre-tax payroll deductions.
Additional Information
- The start date and final assignment terms will be confirmed during the recruitment process;
- Client details will be shared privately with candidates during recruitment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume and earliest availability. Please highlight relevant power generation projects, instrumentation and controls experience, commissioning responsibilities, and availability to work on-site in Lathrop, Missouri, for the full assignment.
We look forward to connecting with qualified commissioning professionals interested in supporting instrumentation and controls systems for power generation projects.