Instrumentation​/Electrical Technician I​/II​/III

Job Title

Under direction of the Instrumentation/Electrical Supervisor, operates, interfaces, installs, troubleshoots, maintains and repairs electrical, electronic and computerized equipment used in the Agency's water/wastewater treatment systems, as well as conduct integration and networking.

Classification specifications are intended to present a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities performed by an incumbent in the classification. Specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualification for entry into the classification and not intended to reflect all duties and responsibilities of an incumbent in the classification. The primary emphasis of this position is on electrical skills and abilities.

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Tasks performed bases on level assigned.

• Inspects, installs, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs Agency electrical and electronic equipment, including motor control centers, load centers, switch gear, control panels, transformers, power generation and battery backup equipment, HVAC, lighting, pumps, motors, AC and DC drives, voice and data communication systems, PLC's, HMI's, and other equipment related to the Agency's water and wastewater operations and related facilities.
• Inspects, installs, maintains, troubleshoots, calibrates and repairs Agency instrumentation and control equipment, including valves, actuators, positioners, regulators, process and equipment monitoring instruments, recorders, gas monitors, process and equipment status alarm systems, and other equipment related to the Agency's water and wastewater operations and related facilities.
• Troubleshoots, tests, maintains and repairs DC, single phase and three phase low voltage, and medium and high voltage circuits and equipment.
• Troubleshoots, tests, maintains and repairs Agency hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic control systems and equipment.
• Performs skilled testing of analog and digital systems
• Programs and configures electrical and process control equipment and systems, including computer workstations and servers, networking and communication systems, SCADA, HMI's, PLC's, variable speed motor controls, power monitors, protective relays, and other related equipment.
• Assists in system integration of HMI, PLC, SCADA and computer systems
• Maintains process SCADA data historian software and databases.
• Assists in the design/redesign of electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic control systems, power and control circuits, lighting systems, and associated control systems in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
• Assists in the development of P&, designs and lays out electrical and control projects. Performs phase balancing and makes load computations on a variety of electrical circuits.
• Utilizes test equipment including oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, digital multimeters, power analyzers, frequency generators, RF watt meters and spectrum analyzers, analog signal generators.
• Directs and oversees contractor work as assigned and inspects the work of contractors in progress and upon completion.
• Assist in engineering review of capital projects and system upgrades
• Operates, maintains and repairs Agency hydroelectric generation facilities.
• Submits to the Instrumentation/Electrical Supervisor purchase requisitions for parts and interfaces with vendors and other utility personnel on operations and repair of related equipment and facilities
• Reads and interprets electronic schematics, mechanical and instrumentation drawings, wiring diagrams, and construction drawings necessary to install, service, and repair equipment in accordance with related regulations and manufacturer specifications.
• Maintains records for preventative maintenance work; maintains instrumentation and electrical parts inventories;
  Identifies and documents equipment information and preventative maintenance tasks for entry into the Agency CMMS system.
• Maintains current training in proper personal protective equipment and safety procedures for chemical spills, electrical hazards and other emergencies
• Makes estimates of labor, materials, and supplies necessary for the performance of specific assignments.
• Performs scheduled 24-hour On Call/Standby duties which include responding to emergency calls of any nature.
• Level II within the series provides guidance to Level I positions as assigned by the Supervisor or in the Supervisors absence.
• Performs related duties as assigned or required for the ongoing operation of the Agency's business.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of:
  Principles, practices, techniques, materials, and tools required for the installation, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and…