Electrical Instrumentation Control Technician (I)

Compensation: $38,022 - $46,592 (Based on Experience)

Summary:

The Electrical Instrumentation Control Technician will be cross-trained to repair and maintain a variety of plant electrical and instrumentation equipment in the water and wastewater treatment plants, field services, pumping stations, or other comparable installations. This position performs routine maintenance required as per scheduled maintenance planning, OSHA, and/or MIOSHA regulations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Install, troubleshoot, replace, repair, test, assemble, and disassemble electrical and instrumentation equipment and devices at the water and wastewater treatment plant and other related facilities. 
• Assist with calibration and adjustment of equipment and devices. 
• Install and troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation equipment and devices for plant projects. 
• Assist in conduit fabrication and installation of wire and cable. 
• Maintain various records and prepare reports. 
• Read and interpret plans, schematics, process control flow diagrams, and system/network drawings. 
• Perform shift work which includes all day, afternoon, night, weekend, and holiday assignments. 
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE). 
• Follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties. 
• Provide on-the-job training.
• Regularly inspect the working conditions and maintain the cleanliness of equipment and surrounding areas. 
• Assist in coordinating job activities with other team members. 
• Assist with review of capital improvement project studies, designs, and contract drawings. 
• Forecast material and equipment needs. 
• Perform related work duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Completion of an approved instrumentation or electrical apprenticeship program
• International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Control Systems Technician Certification Level 1 preferred
• Familiarity with equipment, operations, practices, and safety precautions relevant to the water and wastewater treatment process

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

This position requires the ability to climb, bend, twist, carry, crouch, crawl, hit, push, pull, and other efforts requiring considerable physical strength. This position also requires the ability to lift a minimum of sixty (60) pounds, walk, stand, or work for long periods, demonstrate normal color perception, hear audible alarms, detect abnormal equipment sounds, and visually inspect equipment and processes at any time of the day or night. Employees will be required to wear respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment; and perform scaffold, confined space, elevated and underground work. Employees will also be required to pass a bio-mechanical physical and vision test, yearly baseline physical, and fit test for respirator/Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. While performing the duties of this position, employees are regularly required to use their hands to handle, feel, or operate equipment.

Environmental Working Requirements:

Work is performed at the plants. This position requires the ability to work in all conditions involving exposure to outside elements and seasonal weather. Work may be performed near open water, and systems with hazardous chemicals that are acidic, highly corrosive, heat-producing, and potentially explosive. The noise level in this work environment is usually loud. Work may be performed in confined spaces, hazardous areas that require respiratory protection and personal protective equipment (PPE), and under slippery and wet conditions.

Other Requirements:

• Valid Driver License
• Ability to work irregular hours, to commute to GLWA facilities and work sites

Benefits: 

Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401k, and team member discount programs. Click HERE for more information.

GLWA is an equal opportunity employer.