INSTRUMENTATION/ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

This skilled position installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs instrumentation, telemetry systems, control systems and communications systems within the water and wastewater treatment facilities, raw water wells, storage tanks, collection and wastewater pumping stations, SCADA, Hansen, and PI systems. Assists in maintaining the continuous, effective, efficient and safe operation of the instrumentation computer control systems within the Utilities Department; reports to the Programming Engineer.

• Observes control equipment and instruments for proper operations during routine inspections.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on instruments, telemetry systems, control systems, 110 AC power systems and communications systems at Utilities facilities.
• Performs schedule-based calibration and maintenance on instruments, telemetry systems and control systems.
• Oversees and coordinates with instrumentation contractor during service / construction at Utility facilities.
• Prepares and maintains records for instruments, telemetry systems and control systems calibration / maintenance.
• Obtains quotation from vendor and prepares requisition for purchasing parts and supplies.
• Communicates and coordinates with Chief Operator during calibration and maintenance activities.
• Provides monthly reports on instruments and control systems status.
• Available to work after-hours, weekend, and holidays during emergency.
• Operates and/or maintains a vehicle, computer, calculator, two-way radio, diagnostic tools, meters, calibrators, various hand, and power tools, etc.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, other department supervisors and employees, contractors, consultants, electricians, sales, and service representatives.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and 2 years of responsible experience in electronics/electrical maintenance and repair work in an industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Fundamental knowledge of computer operating system, MS Office software, and networking.
• Fundamental knowledge of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) system and input/output, instrumentation, and DC control signal.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

• Knowledge of the operations and maintenance of utility instrumentation and control systems.
• Knowledge of utility infrastructure systems and related operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Ability to adapt to an evolving and continually improving environment. 
• Ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner.
• Ability to demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged with the public.
• Ability to operate and care for equipment to manufacturer’s specifications.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with colleagues and the public 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Requires light physical effort including lifting up to 25 pounds. May require occasional crouching, kneeling, bending, or stooping. Frequent periods of standing or walking may be required.