ELECTRICAL INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL TECHNICIAN III

JOB FILING DATE

This is an immediate opening. Applications will be accepted until filled.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is a (9/80) work schedule with nine-hour shifts (7:00a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) Monday - Thursday and eight hour shifts on Friday (7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) with every other Friday off.

SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Electrical System/SCADA Supervisor, the Electrical / Instrumentation Technician III is responsible for performing skilled and complex electrical, instrumentation, VFD, HMI, and SCADA system work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water and wastewater equipment electrical, control, and monitoring systems. Responsible for implementing preventive and repair maintenance of the District's electrical and instrumentation control systems.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Perform essential functions of an Electrical/Instrumentation Technician II.Install, test, maintain and repair electronic or process control instrumentation components and devices associated with the transmission, treatment, production and storage of water, wastewater and recycled water.

Perform maintenance on low-voltage electrical systems including motors, motor control centers (MCCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), smart motor controllers (SMCs), switch gears, transfer switches, control panels, lighting systems and lighting panels.

Use instruments, such as VOM/DMM/Multimeters, process meters, AMP probes, signal analyzers, and motor circuit analyzers (MCAs) to measure or monitor the operation of electrical/instrumentation and telemetry equipment.

Install and bend rigid metal conduit, PVC conduit and other wire raceways to electric motors, electrical equipment and controls in accordance with National Electric Code (NEC) specifications and best practices.

Receive parts and equipment needed for maintenance and repair work; make oral and written reports for work done; maintain accurate records in the form of maps, sketches, plans, blueprints and specifications; maintain electronic records including, but not limited to, work order tracking, purchase requisitions for tools, equipment and supplies, lockout/tagout records.

Use and safely operate forklifts, hydraulic lifts, power equipment and tools used in the maintenance and repair of electrical and instrumentation systems.

Successfully accomplish standard operating procedures as assigned by Supervisor.

Perform daily preventative maintenance of the District's water, wastewater and recycled water electrical or instrumentation equipment.

Troubleshoot problems with electrical systems or process control instrumentation equipment; read and interpret maps, sketches, plans, blueprints, and specifications; execute tasks with an increased level of responsibility and efficiency. Contribute technical and practical input to the assembling of data and reports.

Work varying shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime; ability to perform standby duties as assigned within 18 months.

Responds to emergencies during and after work hours consistent with the Incident Command System (ICS), Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) and National Incident Management Systems (NIMS). Calibrate instrumentation loops and telemetry equipment; repair motor control equipment and motors; perform monitoring of PLC software; perform electrical/electronic maintenance, repair, and calibration to a variety of E/I equipment.

Perform work to design, program, troubleshoot, test, and monitor the District's software related to PLC's, HMI's, SCADA and E/I control systems; personally performs installation, maintenance, design, and testing of hardware used with PLC's, HMI, Servers and other control systems.

Evaluate effectiveness of PLC software programs; design and implement changes to software, hardware, and other systems necessary to provide accurate and reliable control systems. Review system requirements with Operations and Engineering staff; make changes based on staff feedback, personal observations, and operational problems; provide technical expertise to District staff related to PLC's, HMI's, SCADA, RTU telemetry, and control systems. Document and record all programming testing and updates to software program.

Train and develop other District staff in proper application and use of SCADA systems, PLC's, HMI's, and other related control system devices. Maintain communication interface between equipment, controls, field hardware, and central computer; perform troubleshooting and repair of electronic systems, PLC's, and other related equipment. Provide direction to technicians assigned to assist with electrical and instrumentation work; oversee training in the proper care of tools, materials, and shop equipment. Perform necessary tasks for work plan administration; coordinate personnel, tools, and materials required; anticipate difficulties and coordinate the work and material availability. Proficient in reading blueprints, sketches, manufacturer's instructions, and written instructions. In the absence of the Electrical Systems /SCADA Supervisor, oversee the operation of the Electrical/Instrumentation SCADA Department. Assist in overseeing Facilities National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 70E Standards and OSHA Electrical compliance is being maintained.

Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION SELECTION PROCEDURE

Those applicants whose qualifications most closely match the needs of the position based on experience and training will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may consist of a written test, performance test, oral interview or any combination thereof. The successful candidate will be selected from the list of those determined by the selection process to be among the best qualified. Following a conditional job offer, successful candidate will be required to take and pass a background investigation, including criminal history check, verification of a satisfactory DMV driving record, as well as detailed reference checks and employment verification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The District is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability and any other protected category or characteristic protected by law.

Other Necessary Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to operate job-related equipment; carry, push, pull, reach for and lift equipment, parts or material weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis; walk, sit and/or stand for extended periods of time; walk on uneven terrain; work in an environment that could produce exposure to dust, dirt, and significant temperature changes, possible outdoor exposure to harsh weather conditions, heavy equipment, noise and potentially hazardous substances; stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist and neck, crawl and climb during maintenance and repair work; work in confined spaces; work in trenches and elevated areas; occasionally turn valves of different sizes at different pressures. Must have hearing, vision, and eye-hand coordination sufficient to operate equipment and maintain good awareness during maintenance and repair jobs. Ability to hear and focus vision for close work and adjust at distances as well as hand to eye coordination required.