SCADA INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN - STAFF

SCADA INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN

•STAFF Okeechobee Field Station 4388BR Job Description As a SCADA Instrumentation Technician•Staff, the typical four-day work week is spent in the great outdoors from the Upper Kissimmee Chain of Lakes to the Everglades. This position is part of the SCADA field support team which is responsible for delivering and administering state-of-the-art telemetric systems across all or part of 16 counties in Florida. The maintenance team services, calibrates, adjusts, and updates electronic components daily within these areas while overseeing and maintaining the District's telemetry systems and technologies which directly supports the success of the District's strategic programs. The technician has an in-depth background in electronic theory and field applications and the ability to transfer existing skills and knowledge to new products and technologies. Technician applies competencies to complex and non-routine assignments. Has advanced computer and instrumentation systems aptitude and proficiency, is skilled in using instruments such as voltmeters, watt meters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, soldering iron and various test equipment and tools. Has working knowledge of electrical and electronics practices and tools including electronic circuitry, radio frequency, digital and analog components, control systems, microprocessors, and digital communication. The SCADA Instrumentation Technician•Staff is a skilled technician, part of a team that performs installation, testing, evaluation, calibration, maintenance, and adjustments to electronic equipment for optimum performance, and repairs malfunctions of supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) equipment. Measures performance characteristics of analog and digital/data communication systems. Troubleshoots failed units down to modular and parameter level, analyzes the cause of failures, and performs necessary repairs. Runs a variety of environmental, operational, and functional tests on components, systems, and new or repaired products. Analyzes and interprets test data, documents site conditions, work activities, repairs, failures and limitations of the equipment. May devise or recommend new test procedures or changes to service schedules. Work hours are Monday•Thursday from 6:30 am to 5:00 pm, off on Friday reporting to the Okeechobee Field Station and/or the Field Operations Center (West Palm Beach) This position may be filled at the SCADA Instrumentation Technician level.

Employment Guidelines:

Instrumentation Technician•

Staff:

Associate Degree (In lieu of degree, equivalent combination of relevant experience and education may be substituted) and 2+ years' experience in Electronic Technology or related area within Electronics.

Instrumentation Technician:

Associate Degree (In lieu of degree, equivalent combination of relevant experience and education may be substituted) or a technical/vocational certification program (including military certification program) in Electronic Technology or related field and less than 2 years' experience. License(s) / Certification(s): Valid State of Florida Driver's License (Class E). Based on business needs, a Florida Class A Commercial Driver's License may be required. Ability to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid.

Physical Requirements/ Working Environment:

Due to the District's response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position will be required to provide independent and team support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies. This position will, at times, be required to be On-Call after regular work hours, weekends, and holidays. Some of the work is field related in remote areas with heavy vegetation, under hot or cold, humid, wet conditions.

Additional physical requirements/working conditions include:

Agility Balancing Basic water skills, ability to swim Drive/Operate equipment Exposure to stinging/biting insects, snakes, alligators Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Manual Dexterity Use of hand/power tools Vision (near vision-computer screen; far vision-driving/operating equipment) Visual Color Identification Walking, rough terrain Work in, on, or near water Work from boats, airboats, helicopters, and

ATV's Veteran's Preference:

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the job posting. Americans with

Disabilities Act:

The South Florida Water Management District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Bureau at HR_Solutions@sfwmd.gov Organization

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INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN

•STAFF 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars Okeechobee, FL 34972 South Florida Water Management District 79 reviews

SCADA INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN

•STAFF Okeechobee Field Station 4388BR Job Description As a SCADA Instrumentation Technician•Staff, the typical four-day work week is spent in the great outdoors from the Upper Kissimmee Chain of Lakes to the Everglades. This position is part of the SCADA field support team which is responsible for delivering and administering state-of-the-art telemetric systems across all or part of 16 counties in Florida. The maintenance team services, calibrates, adjusts, and updates electronic components daily within these areas while overseeing and maintaining the District's telemetry systems and technologies which directly supports the success of the District's strategic programs. The technician has an in-depth background in electronic theory and field applications and the ability to transfer existing skills and knowledge to new products and technologies. Technician applies competencies to complex and non-routine assignments. Has advanced computer and instrumentation systems aptitude and proficiency, is skilled in using instruments such as voltmeters, watt meters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, soldering iron and various test equipment and tools. Has working knowledge of electrical and electronics practices and tools including electronic circuitry, radio frequency, digital and analog components, control systems, microprocessors, and digital communication. The SCADA Instrumentation Technician•Staff is a skilled technician, part of a team that performs installation, testing, evaluation, calibration, maintenance, and adjustments to electronic equipment for optimum performance, and repairs malfunctions of supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) equipment. Measures performance characteristics of analog and digital/data communication systems. Troubleshoots failed units down to modular and parameter level, analyzes the cause of failures, and performs necessary repairs. Runs a variety of environmental, operational, and functional tests on components, systems, and new or repaired products. Analyzes and interprets test data, documents site conditions, work activities, repairs, failures and limitations of the equipment. May devise or recommend new test procedures or changes to service schedules. Work hours are Monday•Thursday from 6:30 am to 5:00 pm, off on Friday reporting to the Okeechobee Field Station and/or the Field Operations Center (West Palm Beach) This position may be filled at the SCADA Instrumentation Technician level.

Employment Guidelines:

Instrumentation Technician•

Staff:

Associate Degree (In lieu of degree, equivalent combination of relevant experience and education may be substituted) and 2+ years' experience in Electronic Technology or related area within Electronics.

Instrumentation Technician:

Associate Degree (In lieu of degree, equivalent combination of relevant experience and education may be substituted) or a technical/vocational certification program (including military certification program) in Electronic Technology or related field and less than 2 years' experience. License(s) / Certification(s): Valid State of Florida Driver's License (Class E). Based on business needs, a Florida Class A Commercial Driver's License may be required. Ability to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid.

Physical Requirements/ Working Environment:

Due to the District's response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position will be required to provide independent and team support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies. This position will, at times, be required to be On-Call after regular work hours, weekends, and holidays. Some of the work is field related in remote areas with heavy vegetation, under hot or cold, humid, wet conditions.

Additional physical requirements/working conditions include:

Agility Balancing Basic water skills, ability to swim Drive/Operate equipment Exposure to stinging/biting insects, snakes, alligators Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Manual Dexterity Use of hand/power tools Vision (near vision-computer screen; far vision-driving/operating equipment) Visual Color Identification Walking, rough terrain Work in, on, or near water Work from boats, airboats, helicopters, and

ATV's Veteran's Preference:

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the job posting. Americans with

Disabilities Act:

The South Florida Water Management District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Bureau at HR_Solutions@sfwmd.gov Organization

IT7307325 SCADA TELEMETRY SERVICES UNIT

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