Electrical & Electronics Technician

Troubleshoots and maintains all electrical, SCADA, and control equipment for Water Purification & Production and all associated appurtenances. This includes all security, process control, instrumentation, industrial radio frequency (RF) communications and data monitoring aspects for the Utilities Water Treatment Systems.

• Troubleshoots and repairs electrical service, motor control, and lighting circuits at any facility within the Utilities Department.
• Troubleshoots, repairs and programs SCADA equipment at any facility within the Utilities Department.
• Installation, maintenance, overhaul, repair, and testing of power generation and distribution equipment and rotating equipment.
• Evaluates and recommends changes to the SCADA master plan. Researches, analyzes and recommends system design criteria, including design of interfaces for existing and new equipment and software.
• Instructs users of SCADA and motor control circuits at any facility within the Utilities Department.
• Calculates electrical loads for equipment and installs conduit and wiring according to current codes.
• Keeps abreast of changes in the Electrical Code and Regulations and makes recommendations on their impact to the City.
• Maintains inventory of supplies used and replaces as needed.
• Performs Operations & Maintenance duties as assigned
• Occasional shift work required along with on-call duties as well
• Performs any other duties as required.

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

• Basic/General knowledge of electrical components and electricity services,
• Principles, practices, materials, of general electrical function ranging from low voltage 4-20 milliamp up 480-volt services
• Operating principles of plant equipment including valves, pumps, and motors.
• Methods and techniques of reading and interpreting gauges, recording devices, and related monitoring systems.
• Tools and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of water treatment plant facilities.
• Maintenance and repair principles and practices including preventative maintenance procedures.
• Emergency maintenance and repair procedures related to water treatment facilities.
• Methods and techniques of conducting laboratory tests and procedures related to water treatment analysis.
• Mathematical calculations used in the water treatment operations and electrical loads
• Comprehending Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Operational and safety regulations pertaining to water treatment plant operations.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
• Principles and procedures used in the proper handling of electrical components, and chemicals.
• Principles and practices of customer service.
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
• Provide Clear, Clean and Concise penmanship habits and capabilities.
• Principles and practices of record keeping.

• Operate, monitor, and maintain a variety of water treatment plant equipment, facilities, and systems.
• Perform basic inspections and preventive maintenance of treatment plant facilities and equipment.
• Read and interpret gauges, meters, and other instrument readings and take effective course of action.
• Diagnose simple operational problems and perform effective maintenance on equipment.
• Respond to changing demands on water flow, water quality, and equipment requirements.
• Monitor and adjust plant processes as required.
• Collect a variety of water samples and conduct appropriate tests in accordance with state and federal regulations and requirements.
• Compile…