Utilities Control Technician City of West Palm Beach - 3.7 West Palm Beach, FL Job Details Full-time $28.24 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Class E Full Job Description Description Job Title Utilities Control Technician Department Public Utilities/Water Treatment Plant City Information The City of West Palm Beach is a municipality where high performers blossom and operational excellence is a hallmark. To maintain and build upon its stellar workforce, the City is strongly committed to providing its employees with competitive salaries that are at or above market and comprehensive health and retirement benefits that are second to none. In furtherance of these goals, the City has implemented a new salary structure in which all non-public safety pay ranges and minimum starting salaries were increased by 7%. Additionally, all City positions including on-call and part time positions have a minimum hourly starting rate of $17.00 or higher. Certain non-public safety positions may qualify for hybrid work arrangements under specific conditions. If you are a high performer, seeking an opportunity to blossom and grow, we have a place for you in our workforce. We invite you to join our team - apply today! The City of West Palm Beach (pop. 117,286 - 2021) with its sunny, palm-lined streets, scenic waterfront views, quaint shopping districts, historic neighborhoods and year-round outdoor festivals is a slice of paradise. Among the City's many attributes is an active and vibrant downtown and waterfront that serves to host a variety of nationally recognized cultural and leisure activities for residents and visitors alike. Incorporated in 1894 and encompassing over 55 square miles, the county seat of Palm Beach County is one the fastest growing areas in the country. The City offers a dynamic setting in which to live, work, play and enjoy all the attributes of South Florida living. Our ethnically and culturally diverse community and workplace are the bedrock of our strength and resilience. Explore the many opportunities available for joining our diverse and winning team! Summary Under limited supervision, repairs and provides preventive maintenance service of electronic instruments and control systems including computer hardware and software. Operates and maintains the computerized maintenance system; may lead a team of technicians to provide preventive maintenance service of electronic equipment throughout the department, coordinates jobs and tasks of personnel; and performs related duties as assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Which are not in any hierarchical order) 1. Plans, assigns, and coordinates troubleshooting, maintenance test and repair work on the electronic instrumentation, computer, and control systems of the treatment plants and lift stations. 2. Provides assistance to install, start-up, modify, and maintain computer hardware and software in the utilities department. 3. Creates upcoming work orders via the computer system, and tracks and updates status of work orders, and generates required reports. 4. Evaluates proposals, drawings and specifications for instrumentation and telemetry modifications. 5. Repairs telemetry and automation systems by troubleshooting, identifying and procuring necessary replacement parts and/or upgrades as appropriate. 6. Attends Division meetings to plan and schedule work and to exchange information on work status. 7. Trains and requires employees to observe safe working practices and ensures availability of required safety equipment. 8. Provides training for employees on the job and determines outside training courses for them. 9. Attends job related training to improve job knowledge and/or enhance job performance. 10. Documents changes made to electrical and instrumentation programs, schematic drawings, and operations and maintenance manuals. 11. Performs other related duties as assigned. Salary $28.24 hourly - pay grade 57 Excellent Benefits! Qualifications Associate's degree from an accredited college or university or an accredited technical school with specialized training in electronics, information systems or a related field (education will be verified using the "Education Requirements" listed below) and three (3) years related experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience. A valid Florida driver's license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver's license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized; with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days from date of employment.

Education Requirements :

To be considered valid (or verified) for position qualification purposes, and consistent with City Hiring Policy 4-5, a High School, GED or equivalent diploma, and all higher education degrees or certifications must have been issued by: a public education institution in the State of Florida or any State or Territory of the United States; or an institution accredited by an accrediting organization that is recognized by the Florida Department of Education or the U.S. Department of Education; or an institution that is accredited by an organization that is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). an institution whose degree or certification is accepted by institutions identified in either a), b), or c), above, for the purpose of admission to institutions identified in either a), b), or c) above. International degrees will be evaluated to determine if they satisfy qualification requirements.

Special Driving Requirements :

Have not lost any driving privileges by reason of revocation, suspension or denial of license, or have been convicted and/or had an adjudication withheld of three or more moving violations. Have not had one DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in any preceding twenty-four (24) month period. License suspension of two weeks or less or suspensions based only on non-moving violations that have been cleared will not automatically result in revocation of driving privileges. Have not had more than one DUI (conviction or adjudication withheld) in Florida or any other state within the past ten (10) years. Additional Details The selection process for this position may consist of any, all or a combination of the following tests: evaluation of training and experience, written examination, structured oral interview or other assessment method.

State of Emergency:

When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration by the Mayor that a state of emergency exists, all employees will be deemed critical by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed necessary shall be required to work. Employees deemed critical by the City but not needed for the initial preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail may be directed not to report to work, and given paid administrative leave or they may be reassigned to another location that best meet the needs of the City. How To Apply If you are interested in applying for this position you can apply online by selecting the button. Applications must be received in Human Resources by the closing date. The City of West Palm Beach is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City values the service of veterans to our country, supports recruitment of veterans and veterans' preference will be given in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes for those who met the minimum requirements of the position. Background investigation and physical is required as a condition of employment. Drug and alcohol screening may be required depending on the position. Currency USD Closing Date Amount of Travel Work At Home