SAWS * Senior Control Systems Technician - Treatment Operations

Grade 19
- Starting hourly rate: $29.86. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

The Senior Control Systems Technician is responsible forthe installation, maintenance, programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting of process control systems. Under limited supervision, the Senior Control Systems Technician is responsible for efficiently prioritizing, planning, and completing the workload as assigned. The technician works as part of the instrument and controls team to meet SAWS’ mission statement. The incumbent attends required safety training and follows all safety standards.

• Performscomplexmaintenance,troubleshooting,calibration,programming,andsystem administration of
  
  Process Control Systems(SCADAandDCS),Programmable Logic Controllers  (PLCs),controlandinstrumentloops,field instrumentation,chemicalanalysissystems,variable frequency drives, communication network systems, hazardous chemical distribution and detection systems,andHMIcomputerworkstations.
• Performs installation and implementation of process instrumentation, Programmable Logic Controllers ((PLC's), PLC-based control and instrument loops, communication network systems (Serial/IP/Radio), hazardous chemical distribution/detection systems, and chemical analyzer equipment.
• Ensures proper software application and systems programming necessary for maintaining and troubleshooting PLC’s, HMI, Radio, and other field equipment.
• Creates, maintains, and updates critical information using various applications and programs. Reviews, and prepares reports from databases with information regarding assigned work orders, equipment calibration, repair, and inventory.
• Coordinates and facilitates monthly group meetings.
• Participatesindesignreviewandconstructionprocess.
  
  ReviewsprintsforconformitytoSAWS and accepted industrystandardsinprocesscontrolsystemsandinstrumentationprinciples, practices,procedures,and terminology.
  
  Evaluatesandspecifiesinstrumentation.
• Providestechnicalguidanceandtrainingto controlsystemtechniciansforspecialprojectsand PCScontrolsystems.
• Performsotherdutiesasassigned.

• The Senior Control Systems Technician works under limited supervision and is expected to take individual initiative in planning and performing work.
• Coordinates technicians of different trades in order to carry out repair and installation of complex control systems and instrumentation.

• Associate’s Degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, Industrial Fields or a related field or 60 college hours from an institution accredited by a nationally recognized accredited agency, or a State of Texas Journeyman Electrician License.
• Three years’ experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, repair, and installation of control and instrument loops, field instrumentation, or hazardous chemical distribution/detection systems, including two years’ experience in PLC hardware and software, SCADA/DCS fundamentals.
• Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.
• Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.

• Instrument Society of America Certification.
• Cisco certification or approved network certification.
• Experience in potable and non-potable water industries.
• Certification that relates to the essential job functions.
• Work order and maintenance management systems experience.
• Proficient skills in programming of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) computer workstations.

• Thorough knowledge in communications systems protocols, including hardware and software for wired and wireless network systems.
• Skill in using desktop business applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and Access.
• Ability to…