Instrumentation & Electronics Technician

Position Summary

The purpose of the position is to participate in the design, installation, fabrication, maintenance, and repair of electronic and controls equipment, and to perform other technical work as required. The position works within a general outline of work to be performed and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.

• Participates in the design, fabrication, calibration, installation, maintenance and repair of agency instrumentation, electronics, controls equipment, and plant control systems (PCS).
• Inspects, troubleshoots, calibrates, repairs, replaces and/or modifies measurement, data acquisition and control instrumentation, electronic equipment and computer systems used to monitor, record and control process variables, including pressure, flow, temperature, motion, levels, chemical composition, etc.; incorporates as needed in the design and fabrication of process equipment systems.
• Designs, fabricates, programs, installs, troubleshoots, modifies, repairs, and monitors the operation of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and plant control systems (PCS) using handheld devices and/or desktop or laptop computers.
• Inspects, troubleshoots, calibrates, repairs, replaces and/or modifies networking hardware such as Ethernet switches, fiber optic converters, profibus converters, etc.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, Mod Bus, Profibus, etc.
• Performs field and bench repair of instrumentation, equipment, and computer assemblies.
• Ensures the timely resolution of equipment problems to minimize interruptions of service.
• Inspects and monitors the installation of electrical/electronic instrumentation and associated equipment during facility upgrades by outside contractors.
• Inspects all work in progress and at completion for compliance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and standards of quality and safety.
• Specifies and orders materials and supplies needed for daily work.
• Maintains accurate and complete maintenance records and prepares required reports; maintains equipment drawings/schematics; enters maintenance data into computerized maintenance management system.
• Maintains safe, clean, and orderly work areas.
• Assists in coordinating maintenance work with that of other divisions and departments as appropriate.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints, and requests for assistance in areas of responsibility.
• Performs general clerical work as required, including but not limited to completing forms and reports, attending meetings, entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc.
• Attends meetings, training, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Works on call as scheduled for emergency response.

• Adheres to the Authority’s safety program and regulations.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Data Involvement: Requires copying, transcribing, entering, or posting data or information on inspection forms or electronic devices, operating CMMS applications, SCADA systems, Microsoft applications, Adobe Acrobat, and other programs.

People Involvement: Requires effectively communicating with people in person, by phone, in writing, or using a computer to convey or exchange information of a technical nature; occasional interaction with the public via phone calls or site tours.

Involvement With Things: Requires using a motor vehicle, pumps, presses, dump truck (non‑CDL), laboratory equipment, safety equipment and devices, setting up and operating a wastewater sampler, and other specialized equipment that requires extended training and experience; may involve calibration and testing of devices.

Reasoning Requirements: Requires understanding and strictly adhering to industrial processes and wastewater technologies, sampling methods, analytical procedures, record‑keeping, flow measuring, and safety/security requirements.

Mathematical Requirements: Requires using basic algebra involving variables and…