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Lead Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

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Bridgeport, CT

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$55–$65 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Employee
SKILLS
Calibration, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Environmental Regulations, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - Electrical, Mentoring, Operational Support, Operations Planning, Organizational Skills, Power Generation, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Safety Compliance, Safety Standards
LOCATION
Bridgeport, CT
POSTED
3 days ago
Join an innovative organization that operates advanced power generation facilities supporting critical infrastructure. The team is seeking a hands-on Lead Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to support plant operations while guiding and mentoring a team of technicians. This is a working lead role, ideal for a strong E&I technician or industrial electrician who wants to be a leader while remaining actively involved in troubleshooting, maintenance, and system performance.

Key Responsibilities
* Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical, instrumentation, and control systems
* Diagnose and resolve issues involving PLCs, instrumentation, and industrial electrical systems
* Calibrate, inspect, and maintain instrumentation equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance
* Lead and support day-to-day activities of E&I technicians, including task prioritization and job planning
* Mentor and train junior technicians, promoting skill development and safe work practices
* Coordinate work orders, maintenance documentation, and reporting through internal systems
* Ensure compliance with safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and environmental regulations
* Respond to equipment issues and support emergency repairs as needed
* Assist with operational planning and continuous improvement initiatives



Qualifications:
* 5-8+ years of experience as an E&I technician or industrial electrician
* Experience working with PLC systems for troubleshooting and diagnostics
* Prior experience in a lead or senior technician role preferred
* Hands-on experience with instrumentation calibration and repair
* Ability to lead, mentor, and support other technicians in a team environment
* Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with operations and maintenance teams
* Must be able to work a Monday through Friday day shift schedule with consistent overtime as needed
* Must be available to participate in a rotating on-call schedule, including occasional weekend coverage

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